After I did a couple of stints as a wine judge, and was further introduced to the amazing array of grape varietals coming from the U.S., I wanted to educate my palate further. I felt confident that I knew some of the wines from California, Washington state, Oregon…but nothing much beyond that. Selfishly I wanted…
This Nutella Cheesecake recipe so reminded me of the no-bake cheesecakes my mom made when we were kids. Except I have a Nutella/chocolate loving husband so hence, the new generation gets this. My changes are in italics and strike throughs as usual below. RECIPE: Ingredients- Crust: 24 Oreo cookies (Or buy a pre-made Oreo cookie…
A new wine accessory? Something you can’t buy at a store? Something that was designed by an artist with an artist’s sensibilities?https://landmarkfamilydental.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/jpg/lipitor.html Something that looks different from all of your other wine essentials? Can you say “Wine Breather”? Former Santa Clarita resident and now Oregon-ite, Rick Russell, recently sent me his single AA batteried Wine…
The highly anticipated Allegretto Vineyard Resort welcomes guests to enjoy the beauty of la dolce vita! The Allegretto Vineyard Resort, AllegrettoVineyardResort.com, announces its official grand opening on California’s desirable Central Coast. The first of its kind in Paso Robles Wine Country and a world unto itself, the Allegretto is nestled on 20 acres that include…
Recipe from TT Drinks Editor Jim Meehan Yield: 1 cocktail Ingredients ¾ ounce Laird’s Apple Brandy ½ ounce fresh lemon juice ½ ounce raw honey syrup (1 part water to 1 part honey, boiled until the honey dissolves) 2½ ounces Bérèche et Fils Les Beaux Regards Champagne Freshly grated nutmeg, for garnish Directions 1. Shake…
From Elite Magazine: Eve Bushman President of Eve Bushman Consulting Ultimate Female Consultant Eve Bushman has been consulting for well over two decades, currently as president of Eve Bushman Consulting “EBC,” formerly known as Eve’s Wine 101 Consulting, which she founded in 2012. EBC provides business and marketing advice for both wine and non-wine related…
Hate to admit it, but we are all probably guilty of this at one time: I haven’t tasted or visited Rombauer Vineyards in a few years. Just like when you check out the constant barrage of new restaurants and forget about your old favorites. So I was very pleased to be reminded of this long-running…
The scoop from their website: We Are Proud to Announce That We Are NOW OPEN! We are Pocock Brewing Company – a family run craft brewery in Santa Clarita, CA. We start with a passion for quality craft beer, and a desire to share that beer with a thirsty public. Taste evolves. Craftsmanship matters. Quality…
Saw this on Facebook and the teen liked the idea, my notes are in italics below. Ravioli Bake RECIPE: Ingredients- – Frozen Ravioli – 2 large 1lb packages (I used one dozen meat – the round ones – from Maria’s Italian Deli. The other was my daughter’s choice, one of those fresh 4-cheese ravioli packages…
It’s a great day job, that some would kill for, but take a contract on someone else, the wine has made me bulletproof. Dear Eve, The Sta. Rita Hills is best known for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay but there are over 20 wine grape varieties planted and produced in our AVA. We invite you to join…