On July 14th it is fitting to give a cheer for my temporary country of residence (thank you, France, for your hospitality!) and a nod to the local “aperitif” …PASTIS! Perfect for a summer appetite-opener this refreshing drink has legions of faithful worshipers. Via FERMENTATIONS
What do you give the person who has everything? Well, even if he or she doesn’t have everything, provided they enjoy wine, Natalie Mac Lean from Nat Decants has put…
Colorado, like many states other than California, Washington and Oregon, has been developing a small wine industry over the past decade or two and is now seeing the fruits of…
Fellow blogger Jocelyn Milici alerted us about one of her most memorable meals ever. She also helped prepare it on a recent trip to Italy in a group cooking class…
San Francisco has dozens of Japanese restaurants offering fresh sashimi. But Sozai, owned and operated by my friend Mari Takahashi, is decidedly different. “Sozai” means “Ingredients” in Japanese. In her…
From Anne at Papilles et Pupilles – mon httpblog, the 6th edition of “Bordeaux fete le vin” (Bordeaux Celebrates Wine) was held last month at the biggest festival in Europe,…
In addition to world-class wines, wineries and vineyards, California wine country offers many miles of beautiful hiking trails. If you love wine, and yearn to experience the great outdoors, a…