https://youtu.be/PhJPE0-vYfo Valpolicella is one of the most interesting appelations in Italian wine. Known for the strong, high-alcohol Amarone, Valpolicella is one of the few wine areas of Italy that frequently…
Sparkling wines aren’t just for the holidays or special occasions. You can enjoy them as an everyday pleasure. One of my fondest memories is enjoying a glass of Cristal with my…
Twirl a tortilla chip in a bowl of melted gooey queso with chile peppers. Coat it well and let its decadence satisfy your deepest cravings for creamy, salty, and spicy. Queso is the Tex-Mex version of the Mexican queso flameado, a mixture of melted cheese, crumbled spicy chorizo, a tomato and onion sauce, and spices.
The only thing better than breakfast in bed is breakfast in bed with a tall stack of these gorgeous, decadent chocolate ombré pancakes. From the rich dark chocolate pancakes at…
Whether the most romantic holiday of the year gives you butterflies or if you think it’s a corny Hallmark holiday —here’s what to drink this V-Day.
Prosecco is easy-to-drink Italian bubbly with a friendly price tag…it’s also much more fascinating and complex than it gets credit for.
From Tuscany to Napa, autumn means it’s time for the grape harvest. By now, the harvest is underway—and in some places, it’s already finished. Old and new world growers and…
The “Valley of Many Cellars” Opens Its Doors The “valley of many cellars” (as its name translates to) is overflowing with exquisite wine including world-class Amarone. But there is more…
Geographically, “Rioja” is divided into three subzones, each with a distinct terroir. A “Rioja” can also be defined as a “Crianza,” a “Reserva,” or a “Gran Reserva” depending on the aging. And then, there’s the style of wine: traditional or modern.
