LOS ANGELES, CA – The Western Foodservice & Hospitality Expo is proud to feature several members of the California Restaurant Association as speakers throughout the Ferdinand Metz Foodservice Forum, which will offer 30 complimentary sessions and dozens of special events. The Expo, the premiere three-day event for the foodservice and hospitality industries, will take place…
COC Wine Studies Program Overview The curriculum provides a comprehensive approach to the introduction of viticulture, enology and wine styles from around the world. Upon completion of the program, students will have a well developed knowledge of production, wine styles, and service. The Hospitality Wine Service Program is designed to provide students with knowledge and…
Ingredients 1/2 pound cherries, pitted and halved 3 plums or pluots, pitted and thinly sliced 1 (750-ml) bottle fruity red wine 1/2 bottle (about 1 3/4 cups) lemon soda, chilled Ice cubes for serving 1 cup club soda Small sprigs fresh basil for garnish (optional) Directions 1. Combine cherries and plums in a large pitcher…
On my way to what promised to be the wine dinner of the year; a first for me with a pairing from a thought-they-just-made-sushi bar and Paso Robles winery Edward Sellers, I stopped in at Valencia Wine Bar because they were hosting the event. Say it was fate, say it was because Maru Sushi was…
A quick overview of what the four classes will cover: Selecting and understanding the vineyard, Harvest: Pre, Post and During Inside the winery, fermentation and making the wine Barrel usage, racking, topping off and aging Bottling, Corks, Labels and labeling laws What to bring to class: An open mind A great attitude A passion for…
Once again our Santa Clarita’s community will come together to support the girls at Saint Monica Children’s Home in Nairobi, Kenya. Last year’s “That’s Amore” event was outstanding and this year’s “Let’s Fiesta” promises even more fun and festivities. Headed by founder, Racquel (Rocky) Turner, Ann-Marie Bjorkman and a team of local supporters the forth-annual…
Over the years I keep on being asked how I’ve gotten to the point of being a wine educator and a wine judge. My first response is meant as humorous; “I drink a lot!” but that isn’t the true answer. The true answer is much more convoluted and lengthy. Let’s start with the basics. I’m…
Had a few fun wines to review so sharing a virtual taste with readers this week: From Bisol Crede Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore D.O.C.G (SRP: $25) is a brilliantly yellow-green colored Prosecco with a fruity bouquet, flavors of green apples and pears and balanced acidity. Crede hails from the steep south-facing hills of Bisol’s vineyards in…
On August 13 from 6-10 pm thirsty Vine 2 Wine guests are invited to return to their favorite venue, Cal Arts, which has always been perfect for a wine event of this size! And as so many wine events in our popular valley benefit non-profits, Circle of Hope would like you to know up front…
ENGLEWOOD, Ohio – The American Wine Society brings a world of wine to Costa Mesa, Calif. for its 49th annual national conference Nov. 3-5. The nation’s oldest and largest organization of wine consumers released the agenda for the conference, which includes 49 sessions presented by internationally-known leaders such as Peter Mondavi, Jr. of Charles Krug…