White Rioja, or Rioja Blanco as it’s often called, is a fairly obscure white wine from the Rioja region in Spain. Rioja is well regarded for its red wines, but the white variants are definitely worth a try. With options ranging from light as a fea…
Coffee cake is a true morning hero. A crunchy, crumbly topping of butter and sugar sits nestled on a pillow of soft, vanilla cake, and we call this breakf…
Along with Yirgacheffe, Ethiopian Harrar is considered to be one of the best coffees in the world. This reputation is well deserved: Harrar is spicy and full-bodied with an almost wine-like texture and taste.
Today we’re going to look at a red wine that has only started gaining popularity in the last few years: Tannat. Tannat is considered the national grape of Uruguay, where it is grown in abundance. The country’s dry climate is ideally suited to this…
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February 14, 2019
Three amazing sangria recipes you need to try
Sure it’s a little kitsch, but sangria is arguably the perfect party punch. This boozy classic originates in Spain and for years has been people’s go-to drink for entertaining. It’s easy to see why. Not only is sangria sweet, refreshing, and emine…
Most people spend the days leading up to Valentine’s Day scrambling to make reservations at expensive restaurants with over the top prix fixe menus. Here..
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February 12, 2019
Fix-it-yourself: Ceiling water stains
Whether you’re a renter or a homeowner, there are few home maintenance issues more distressing than ceiling water stains. These brown rings are awful to look and incredibly stubborn. Worst of of all, they have a nasty habit of cropping up again an…
In honor of the wonderfully warm weather, we’re going to take a look at one of the most popular white wines in the world: Chardonnay. Chardonnay grapes are among the most planted grapes in the world and, alongside the wine itself, the grapes are a…
Today we’re going to take a look at an Italian classic: Soave. This wine is made from Garganega grapes and produced near the Soave village in Northern Italy. This region is known for its zesty white wines that pair wonderfully with Italian seafood…
With the warmer months just around the corner, it’s a perfect time to explore some big and bold red wines. One wine, in particular, seems tailor-made to be enjoyed with the smokey meaty flavors of grilled foods: Pinotage. The Pinotage grape is the…
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February 7, 2019
A beginners guide to cheese: Milk types
When it comes to ingredients, you don’t really get many things simpler than cheese. Four simple ingredients—milk, cultures, coagulant, and salt—can be used to make literally thousands of different cheeses. Arguably the mo…
Key lime pie is a quintessential citrus dessert. Surprisingly, many people don’t realize how easy it is to whip up. Just egg yolks, lime juice, lim…
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February 1, 2019
How to be prepared when grocery shopping online
If ever there was proof that we live in an age of wonders, it’s the advent of online grocery shopping. Why take time out of your day to get in a car, drive to the store, find everything you need, and then lug the heavy packets back home when you c…
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January 29, 2019
Four foods you should never pair with wine
Arguably, one of the best things about wine appreciation is experimenting with food pairings. Nothing brings out the subtle flavors and tastes of a good bottle of wine like a well chosen meal or foodstuff. Sadly, though, there are a few food items…
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