Sake, also known as saké or Japanese rice wine, is an alcoholic beverage originating from Japan. It is made from fermented rice and water, fermentation converting the starches in the rice into sugars and then alcohol. Sake typically has an
The Golden State, California, is best known for a wide range of things, and its reputation is shaped by its diverse landscapes, industries, and cultural influences. These include the entertainment industry, Silicon Valley’s technological innovations, stunning beaches and coastlines, abundant
Labor Day is a perfect occasion to serve refreshing and summery cocktails that celebrate the end of the season. Though many people opt for easy-to-serve options such as beer and wine, the end-of-summer Labor Day gatherings are the perfect time
The wine windows, or “buchette del vino” in Italian, are small openings in the walls of historical buildings in Florence, Italy, that were used to sell wine by the glass. The traditions of wine windows date back to the 16th
Halloween isn’t just for kids anymore. Americans of all ages have increasingly gravitated to the holiday and today spend over $350 million dollars a year on costumes for their pets alone! They spend about $2.6 billion on costumes for themselves
Wine is one of those “established in ancient times” beverages that rarely (if ever) changes. New categories simply don’t come along. However, surprisingly, the world of wine has been graced with something “new” and rather lovely in color: Orange Wine.
I have gone wine tasting in many places, mostly centered on the sunny U.S. state of California, but I have to say that tasting in Burgenland, Austria was perhaps the most unique and wonderful experience I have had the pleasure
The history of Saint Patrick’s Day as an official United States holiday dates back to the 1900s. However, it was celebrated as a national feast day in Ireland as early as the 10th century. Saint Patrick, the most famous patron
Discover the fabulous wines of Africa! At the tip of Africa, where two mighty oceans meet, lies a fair cape town locally known as “The Mother City.” This city is the gateway to the lands of South African Wines where
The Timorasso grape is one of the indigenous varieties that grow in beautiful Tenuta Montemagno, Italy. Timorasso is an ancient Piedmontese grape variety that was on the verge of extinction back in the 1980s. However, it was rediscovered by Walter
If someone offers you a glass of Ruchè it is probably because they like you! Ruchè di Castagnole Monferrato wines have classically been enjoyed during large family gatherings and in times of celebration. It is undoubtedly one of the most wonderful
Wine tasting is just a great part of life. And going up to the Santa Ynez area is a great way to spend the day or a weekend tasting and enjoying the gorgeous countryside. Each time I go up there
It was a beautiful Sunday afternoon when we found ourselves done with our event and were looking for a comfortable and interesting place for happy hour. Coming from DTLA we decided to go visit La Poubelle, the French translation being “the
I’ve had many Laraneta wines and the quality is always superb. It’s not just because they make good wine, it’s also because don’t release it until it’s ready to drink, which is always a welcome change from many other producers
Turning into the Koehler Winery off of Foxen Canyon Road, you are transported into a beautiful peaceful landscape surrounded by a vineyard punctuated with large gnarled oak trees framed by beautiful rolling hills. From the first time I visited this
