6 Italian Wines for Christmas Dinner and Beyond
When in doubt over what wines to serve in this celebratory season, turn to bella Italia. Out of all the wine producing countries in the world, Italy offers a level…
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Autumn Fritto Misto for a Delectable Spanish Cava Pairing
Fritto misto is one of my all-time favorite Italian dishes. If it’s on the menu when I’m in Italy, then I’m ordering it especially if I’m in a seaside location.…
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Wine Faults – How to Tell if a Wine is Bad
Have you ever wondered why smelling wine is such an important step in wine tasting? The reason is twofold. First, much of the pleasure we get from wine is derived…
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Chkhaveri – A Truly Rare Georgian Variety
Chkhaveri is a native variety to the region of Guria in Georgia that mainly produces rosé wines. Though historically this variety has also made white, red, and sparkling wines in…
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Tortilla Española – A Simply Delicious Spanish Dish
The year was 2010. I was living in Florence, Italy with one of my best friends for a college semester abroad. When we weren’t devouring all that bella Firenze had…
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Torbato – A Rare Variety For Exceptional Sparkling Wine
Torbato was one of my favorite rare varieties I discovered while living in Sardinia. Besides the fact that Torbato produces an elegant still white wine with beautiful body and a…
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Your Guide To The Best Wines for Thanksgiving
As a wine lover and avid home cook, if I had to choose a favorite holiday Thanksgiving just might be it. Thanksgiving offers us a day to focus on gratitude,…
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Goat Cheese Tarts for French Rosé
I couldn’t let a whole summer go by without savoring my go-to summer sipper rosé. The consistently delicious, always refreshing Côte des Roses by Gerard Bertrand. A blend of Grenache,…
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Grougères & Crémant – A Perfect Pairing
To me, gougères are the perfect bite. Basically, a French cheese puff packed with flavor from fresh herbs and, well, cheese! Have you ever tasted gougères? Let’s be honest, the…
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Crémant – French Sparkling Wine For All
We owe thanks to the French for bestowing upon the world some of life’s greatest beauties and pleasures. The delicious simplicity of a freshly baked baguette with tangy brie cheese.…
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