I knew as soon as my parents told me that our family was going to Portugal together that we would be imbibing some amazing wines during our time there. I’ve inherited my love of wine from my parents and am always excited to try new varietals and indulge in some of my favorites. While I
Experiencing a country’s food and drinks is a must when traveling, especially when you’re traveling to a place that is renowned for its exquisite wine. France is home to many incredible appellations that produce some of the world’s finest wine but that also means it’s overwhelming trying to decide what to imbibe and what to
We spent the first weekend of October in Tucson visiting my parents and enjoying the 90 degree sunshine, lazy mornings at the pool, and some delicious food – and wine. I inherited my love of all things wine, and my dislike of moscato, from my parents and they’re my go-tos when I have questions about
If there’s one weakness I have, it’s Italian food and Italian wine. It’s so amazing what they do with just a few ingredients and then present a masterpiece on a plate and in a glass. While many restaurants here are great at serving up Italian dishes, sometimes you just can’t beat the real thing by
France is known for exquisite cuisine and wonderful wine, and while it’s hard to make a wrong choice while dining in France there are certain dishes and wines that are regional specialties that you should indulge in while traveling there. If visiting some of France’s main wine producing regions, treat yourselves to the wines and
Looking for a refreshing cocktail to welcome spring? Look no further than sangria – a sweet concoction of wine, diced fruit, and brandy. Sangria is essentially a wine-based fruit punch, if you will, and is a delicious drink for the warmer months. While its name doesn’t have the most pleasant of beginnings (its named for