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Waiheke Island Wineries in New Zealand

November 15, 2010 – 12:39 pm

A visit to Waiheke Island is in order when planning a visit to New Zealand. The island is know for having a climate beneficial to grape growing. More than 23 vineyards and wineries are located on this delightful island which has 36 square miles of land. Two of these wineries are Destiny Bay and The […]

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Grape Creek Vineyards Offers Thanksgiving Wine Suggestions

November 15, 2010 – 12:02 am

Grape Creek Vineyards located in Fredericksburg, Texas sent out an excellent email that mentioned Thanksgiving dinner items and what wines could be paired. Menu items included “tart cranberries, very sweet, sweet potatoes, the ubiquitous creamy green bean casserole, gorgonzola-mashed potatoes and very rich turkey with dressing and gravy.” So what would a winery suggest to […]

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Ponte Family Estate Winery and Blanket Drive

November 14, 2010 – 3:53 pm

Ponte Family Estate Winery located on Rancho California Road in Temecula, CA focuses on contributing to charities located in the region specifically to help children in need. During 2010 they have been supporting The Oak Grove Center, Rancho Damacitas, CASA, Angel Flight, The My Stuff Bags Foundation and The Temecula Murrieta Community Pantry. During November […]

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Mushroom Recipe with Zinfandel Equals Beautiful Color

November 13, 2010 – 12:05 am

Like mushrooms? This recipe has only three ingredients including Zinfandel and takes only minutes to prepare. Check out this easy recipe for Marvelous Mushrooms. Marvelous Mushrooms Ingredients 1 package of sliced mushrooms 1-2 T butter Galleano Zinfandel Directions Sauté the mushrooms in the butter for 5 minutes. Add a generous splash of Zinfandel; stir gently […]

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Winery Events for this Weekend

November 12, 2010 – 12:03 am

This weekend beginning with today (November 12) there are numerous winery events at many of Wine Traveler’s partners. Some of these events including live music take place at wineries in numerous states. Check out some of these events and times on the winery links provided. Enjoy a wonderful fall weekend! Cheers, Kathy Friday, November 12 […]

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Turkey Trot, a progressive food and wine tasting

November 10, 2010 – 12:05 am

The Winegrowers of the Grand River Valley organization is offering a fun, seasonal event, this Saturday, November 13. The Turkey Trot is a Progressive Food & Wine Tasting Event. Between the hours of 1pm and 5pm visitors can visit all five participating wineries. For only $5 at each winery, wine enthusiasts can taste appetizers paired […]

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Discover a Thanksgiving Wine at a Wine Festival

November 9, 2010 – 11:44 am

Visiting a wine festival or event may be the perfect time to pick up a special bottle of wine for Thanksgiving Dinner. Below are a few events you can travel to and discover fun and a special wine. Nov 20-21 In Missouri, six wineries will feature seasonal foods paired with wine on the Holiday Fare […]

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Another Health Benefit from Red Wine Resveratrol?

November 8, 2010 – 12:06 am

There are numerous reports about the potential benefits of moderate wine drinking or perhaps a certain component inherent in the wine that may be good for people. Much of the research is done with red wines. Frequently cited as the reason for affecting health is the positive result from resveratrol a component of red wine. […]

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Temecula Turkey Trot, November 28

November 7, 2010 – 10:02 am

While in Temecula, California recently, I picked up some information about a Temecula Turkey Trot to be held on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, November 28. The Turkey Trot to be held at Cougar Vineyard & Winery is located on De Portola Road. Funds raised will go to sustainable energy projects in Africa. Participants can register […]

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Tempura-Battered Halibut w/Sparkling Wine

November 6, 2010 – 12:05 am

In the event you haven’t viewed the Wine Trail Traveler Fall Quarterly, below is one of the recipes that is also available in the Fall Quarterly. I love recipes that use Sparkling Wine or Champagne like this one does. What wines do you enjoy cooking with? Have a wonderful weekend! Cheers, Kathy Tempura-Battered Halibut Ingredients […]

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