The boutique vineyard and resort in one of the top wine capitals of the world now offers wine enthusiasts the opportunity to become winemakers in Mendoza, Argentina Mendoza, Argentina—Casa de Uco, a family-owned vineyard and boutique resort spanning 800-acres in the Uco Valley, launched sales of its organic, fully managed vineyard parcels for wine enthusiasts…
Two different expressions of vodka made by the same brand, the difference only based on the location of the water each was distilled from, awaited for me in sampling LEAF® Vodka. One is made from Alaskan Glacial water and the other is made from Rocky Mountain Mineral water. The Alaskan version has a green colored leaf…
Once again I met a local chef via Facebook. And the latest, Linda Spiker, has a blog, an online store, videos, many sold-out hands-on cooking classes (so act fast!), sample menus, how-to videos and has just written her second cookbook. So, of course, all of this information just whetted my appetite so I asked Linda…
The HALL Cabernet Cookoff will return for its eighth year on Saturday, April 29 at HALL St. Helena from 11a.m. to 2p.m. Hosted by Vintner Kathryn Hall and HALL Wines, the annual event will feature an impressive lineup of renowned Chef teams vying for a chance to win proceeds for a charity of their choice…
HACHE LA (photos below) Healthy Dish by Executive Chef Michael “Mick” Schepers After a day of indulgence, you can eat healthy without skimping on flavor at HACHÉ LA by ordering the Mediterranean Burger with Falafel style veggie patty, spicy hummus, roasted red peppers and feta (also available protein style, wrapped in lettuce). HACHÉ LA is…
I think I first met Vanessa Braxton at one of the two Santa Clarita Valley Wine Fests, undoubtedly one of the big players organizer Joel Fisher recruited from his uber popular LA Wine Fest. At the time Vanessa had a uniquely named vodka, Black Momma, and only one. Fast forward just a few years and…
Paso Robles, Calif. – Alta Colina Winery, in partnership with the Tinker Tin Trailer Company, now offers luxe camping at its new Trailer Pond located at the estate vineyard. Alta Colina is the first winery in Paso Robles Wine Country to offer luxury camping, adding to its unique line-up of wine experiences. Guests wishing to stay…
San Luis Obispo, Calif. – With an innovative seasonal menu that reflects the abundance of fresh, organic foods on the Central Coast, Thomas Hill Organic Kitchen works with local purveyors and farmers to source only the freshest organic and local produce, grass-fed and natural meats, as well as local fish. Breads are always crafted by…
It was great fun to introduce my Associate Publisher at Elite magazine, Amanda Benson, to Paso Robles. She had a fun time and is already itching to go back. And the one big discovery for Amanda: discovering a distillery in the new Tin City wine tasting area: Wine Shine. We were actually entering Clos Solene…
Illinois-based importer Winesellers, Ltd. Expands Cider Portfolio with U.K. Brand Winesellers, Ltd. is pleased to introduce a new selection of premium organic ciders from Dunkertons Organic Cider. Produced in the historic county of Herefordshire, England, the ciders will be available for the first time in the US market this September. Winesellers, Ltd. will initially import…