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15 Shopping Days ’til Christmas

December 10, 2008 – 10:10 am

With 15 shopping days until Christmas, there is still time to consider gifts for your favorite wine enthusiast. Do you know a wine enthusiast who enjoys cooking? There are several books on the market and each vary with what they offer. I came across “The Gourmet’s Guide to Cooking with Wine” by Alison Boteler, published […]

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Is Your Holiday Shopping Done?

December 5, 2008 – 10:17 am

It’s only December 5 but is your shopping finished? While there are those who shop all year long, others prefer waiting until the day before Christmas. I love to shop while the stores are decorated for the holidays. If you haven’t finished your shopping yet, consider visiting a winery. You may find a wide range […]

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Symphony Grape and Wine

November 24, 2008 – 1:09 pm

The Symphony grape, a relatively new grape varietal on the wine scene is found frequently on the West Coast. Dr. Harold Olmo, at UC, Davis crossed Grenache Gris and Muscat of Alexandria in 1948. However, it was not until 1981 that development was completed. In 1983 the grape was patented. Symphony grape is primarily grown […]

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Ohio and Pennsylvania Lake Erie Wine Country

November 12, 2008 – 2:43 pm

On our recent travels through the south shore of Lake Erie in Ohio and Pennsylvania we made several observations. There are many vineyards, some small and some stretching as far as the eye can see. Many of these vineyards grow Niagara and Concord grapes. Many of these grapes go to Welch’s. This is not surprising […]

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Pairing Flavors with Wine

November 3, 2008 – 1:47 pm

Okay, I’ll admit it, I don’t frequently read the Washington Post, but fortunately, I accidentally discovered a great article discussing the pairing of wine with foods that have a lot of flavor. By a lot of flavor, the authors are talking about fresh and dried chili peppers, horseradish, hot mustard, wasabi, spicy foods, and food […]

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Wine Bar Food by Cathy and Tony Mantuano

October 30, 2008 – 1:48 pm

Recently published Wine Bar Food: Mediterranean Flavor to Crave with Wines to Match by Cathy and Tony Mantuano offers readers and cooks a look into foods featured in large Mediterranean cities modern wine bars. Wine Bar Food may leave your mouth watering and the desire to create these foods in your own kitchen. Filled with […]

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A Spanish Wine in a Mexican Restaurant

October 28, 2008 – 2:33 pm

Recently we had dinner at Olé Grill in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This boutique Mexican restaurant is a step above many other restaurants. The guacamole dip made at the tableside was an experience to watch and delightful to savor. Our server provided our table of four with two dishes of chips. I had a salad for dinner. […]

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What’s the Best Way to Buy Wine?

October 21, 2008 – 3:03 pm

What’s the best way to buy wine? While there is no right answer for all people, here are some ideas to think about. Personally, I like to purchase wine directly from a winery I visit. There is something about remembering the experience and the occasion of visiting a winery. Will it cause you to remember […]

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Two Denver Wineries Are Local Favorites

October 6, 2008 – 2:15 pm

Although the beautiful countryside is often a setting for wineries and vineyards, don’t cast out cities as a site for urban wineries. We visited two Denver wineries and enjoyed the labors of local winemakers. We met Paul Bonacquisti owner and winemaker for Bonacquisti Winery in the Denver community of Sunnyside. Paul lives in Sunnyside and […]

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Black Ankle Vineyards Opens Today

October 4, 2008 – 1:09 pm

If you happen to travel on Interstate 70 in Maryland, today, don’t pass up an opportunity to stop at Black Ankle Vineyards for a tasting at their green tasting room. The tasting room opens today for the first time. The structure is amazing. Bales of straw are used for insulation and a living roof helps […]

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