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Cocina de Autor at Grand Velas Los Cabos Named Among CNN’s Best New Restaurants for 2017
Cocina de Autor at the new Grand Velas Los Cabos, which opened on December 20th, has been named among the best new restaurants for 2017 by the international media giant CNN. Two star Michelin Dutch Chef Sidney Schutte heads up the fine-dining restaurant working with Netherlands’ rising star Vincent Colauto as chef de cuisine. Chef…
Chef Lance Cowart: Braised Pork Chops
Ingredients 2 tablespoons canola oil Six 6-ounce boneless center-cut pork chops, trimmed of any fat 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar 2 tablespoons light-brown sugar 1 tablespoon Worcestershire or soy sauce 1 teaspoon garlic salt Directions 1. Heat oil in a large heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. Brown pork chops on all sides,…
A Creative Fusion of Art and Wine Launches at Casa Velas in Puerto Vallarta
For those with a creative streak, the adults-only Casa Velas boutique hotel in Puerto Vallarta is delighted to offer its guests a new exclusive experience that combines both painting and wine tasting. Every Monday, Mexican artist León de la Vega guides guests through hour-long themed art workshops that is complimented with an authentic Mexican wine…
Ultra-Exclusive Fine Wine Concierge and Storage Service Launches in the Heart of Beverly Hills, California
The Cellar Beverly Hills marks the first-of-its-caliber fine wine concierge and private storage facility in the heart of Beverly Hills, California. Its highly exclusive flagship location features James Bond-esque security and a bevy of high-tech services designed to elevate and enhance the wine collection experience for individual connoisseurs, as well as many of Los Angeles’…
Vinexpo Bordeaux and Wine Spectator to present ‘A Taste of Spain’ – Summer 2017
Exclusive tasting party pairs fine Spanish wines with foods by Spain’s top chefs; slated for June 19, 2017 in Bordeaux, France NEW YORK – Vinexpo, the leading international exhibition for wine and spirits professionals, has partnered with Wine Spectator to bring an exciting new food and wine event – “A Taste of Spain” – to…
Chef Lance Cowart: Grilled Potato Salad
Ingredients 3 pounds Russet potatoes, peeled and cut into wedges 4 green onions, root ends trimmed 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 pint cherry tomatoes 3/4 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt 1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 2 strips cooked bacon, crumbled Directions 1. Put potatoes into a large pot, cover…
Liz Palmer’s The Ultimate Guide To Champagne is Recognized as the “The Champagne Bible for All Wine Lovers”
Toronto, Canada: Liz Palmer’s first book takes wine lovers to the heart of Champagne with the launch of The Ultimate Guide To Champagne. One of North America’s leading experts on Champagne, Liz Palmer wrote The Ultimate Guide To Champagne with a strong personal passion for Champagne and the region. This ground-breaking book has received critical…
Tickets Now on Sale for Florida’s South Walton Beaches Wine and Food Festival
Tickets are on sale now for South Walton Beaches Wine and Food Festival, taking place April 27 – April 30, 2017, with another prestigious lineup of celebrity winemaker appearances. Among the headliners are renowned winemaker and CEO of Jackson Family Wines, Don Hartford, and Glenn C. Salva, longtime Napa winemaker with Antica Napa Valley. Salva…
Heidi’s Pear Salad
Ingredients (and as seen below) One pear per person And your preference/taste on the amount of: Crumbled Blue Cheese Roasted Pecans Watercress Chardonnay Vinaigrette Honey drizzle Recommended pairing: Viognier