Dear Wine Friends, The sixth editor in my section of the newspaper this year has departed, and with that, changes were made that also affected my wine column. I was told by the new editor that the newspaper will now run only advertorial content in it’s wine column section. In addition to this news, I…
Now that the snow has hopefully melted from our local vines and the disco ball has been removed from the Hyatt’s dance floor it’s time to focus on those pesky new-year resolutions. The first being to plan ahead as to not miss a single disco beat of wine-ish happenings in the Santa Clarita Valley. All…
This is an idea I’ve been discussing for awhile with friends. First it was because I couldn’t be at two places at one time. Two great events happened on the same night last year. Both with wine. And both benefiting a local charity. But one hit my calendar sooner. Then it happened again. I figured…
My husband Eddie auctioned off a single malt scotch tasting in our home, for 6 guests, this past November. The event is now coming up on January 10. We are printing tasting sheets, maps of the lowlands and highlands of Scotland and deciding if we want to use our many existing wine glasses or purchase…
I am working on a Holiday Wine Report covering all things Kosher and not, all things champagne and sparkling…throwing in some Bordeaux in the mix. I will take any reader suggestions on that but my deadline is in two days – so get on it! I also attended an event at Vino 100 that benefited…
Host and Certified Sommelier instructor, DiMaggio Washington, is announcing his wine tasting classes at TPC Valencia for 2009. Lunch is provided, class runs 10 a. online pharmacy fluoxetine no prescription pharmacy m. – 3 p.m. and events cost $84 / per day: “At TPC we are offering informal wine classes for anyone wishing to sharpen…
Valencia Wine Company’s Annual Holiday Tasting was the wine affair of the season, as promised. Delayed a week by fire and freeway closures there wasn’t a lack of interest or attendance. People needed a holiday now and it served to get them ready for the real ones to come. This 4th installment was a testament…
Cabana Cranberry Cosmo (Created by Anthony Dias Blue) 2 parts Cabana Cachaça1 part triple sec1 part fresh lime juice1 part cranberry juice Combine ingredients in a shaker with ice. Pour into a martini glass. Garnish with lime. Cranberry Spice (Created by Dominik Chrzaszcz) 1 oz Domaine de Canton½ oz Cabernet Sauvignon½ oz Chambord2 oz Cranberry…
Food and wine pairing classes this holiday season can be found at Agua Dulce Vineyards November 15, 22 and 29 from 11:30 – 1:00. Members and non-members welcome. Call for reservations and ask them all about their new Napa winemaker: 661-268-7402. The 6th Annual Halloween Party on Friday, 10/31 at the Valencia Wine Company will…
It’s been exactly 24 hours since I was transformed, since I had a VIP pass around my neck and I still feel every second my hand is no longer clinging to the huge wine goblet emblazoned with four simple words: Loose Goose Wine Festival. Southern California’s largest wine festival is right here in Santa Clarita….