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March 30, 2019

Three chilled soups (that aren’t gazpacho)

Here’s the thing: I love soup. Nothing beats a warm and hearty bowl of soup on a crisp winter day. However, with temperatures getting up in the 90s, summer isn’t exactly the perfect time to sit down to a steaming bowl of butternut soup. Luckily, i…

March 14, 2019

Keep the chills at bay with homemade mulled wine!

It’s mid-October which means it’s time we finally accepted the fact that yes, it is officially fall, and yes, it is getting colder. However, the shorter days and colder nights shouldn’t necessary be cause for mourning and sadness. While the chills…

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February 24, 2019

A beginners guide to White Rioja

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…

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February 18, 2019

A beginners guide to Tannat wine

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…

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…

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February 10, 2019

A beginners guide to Chardonnay

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…

Lifestyle

February 7, 2019

A Beginners Guide to Soave Wine

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…

February 7, 2019

A beginners guide to Pinotage wine

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…

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…

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…

January 26, 2019

A beginners guide to orange wine

Today, we’re going to put aside reds and whites and look at something a little different: orange wine. Despite the name, orange wine contains no actual oranges; instead, it is the result of leaving grape juice in contact with the skins and seeds f…

January 26, 2019

Five beautiful cookbooks you need to read

While I love food and cooking, sometimes I suspect that I enjoy researching recipes and poring over cookbooks more than I actually enjoy preparing food. There’s just something about a beautifully presented cookbook that fills me with joy. A good c…

Lifestyle

January 19, 2019

How to pick the right glassware for your wine

When it comes to drinking wine, pretty much any receptacle will do. One doesn’t need high-end glassware to enjoy the occasional glass of vino. In fact — as I can personally attest — wine can still be enjoyed when drunk from a coffee mug. However, …

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January 13, 2019

Five wines to keep the winter chill at bay

The last few weeks of winter are arguably the worst. The days are still short, the nights are cold, and spring is frustratingly just out of reach. Fortunately, there are still ways to keep one’s spirits up during these last few cold weeks. One of …

January 11, 2019

A beginners guide to Muscadet wine

Over the last few weeks, we’ve been spending a lot of time discovering sweeter wines that really pack a fruity punch. Today, however, we’re going to step over into the dryer end of the taste spectrum and explore one of the most mouth-puckering whi…