Do you remember the movie Sideways, the comedy film set in Santa Ynez? Memorable for wine lovers was the time the two despicable pals spent wine tasting at the Hitching Post…and things changed forever. Fast forward to today, last week in fact, when Eddie and I spent the day in the Danish-themed town of Solvang,…
Recently on social media the subject of wine tasting notes being provided – unasked for but with respect by a winery representative – and not being necessary. My exact words were, “It seems predictable and memorized. Also, if I’m there with an appointment to write about their wines why give me their tasting notes?” (If…
We’ve been to a few whisky, wine, and spirit tasting events since we moved to Las Vegas. But truth be told I had been eyeing the Vegas Unstripped event with some interest for some time. Come this year, the stars aligned, and I was lucky to attend. It’s the only event that I know of…
Now seasoned Las Vegas convention-goers we only attend the very best – one of which is the annual Bar and Restaurant Expo. Over the years it’s expanded to include large sections just for tea from around the world, showcases for Japan and Italy, as well as competitions, awards, classes and of course a floor filled…
The 8th National Celebration of America’s Favorite Sparkling Wine will engage media, trade, and Consumers throughout the United States NEW YORK, /PRNewswire/ — The Prosecco DOC Consortium is excited to announce the return of the highly anticipated ‘National Prosecco Week‘ (NPW), a bold campaign spanning trade, media, and consumer audiences. Celebrating its 8th consecutive year, National Prosecco Week is set to take place…
Register to attend Bar & Restaurant Expo 2025 here LAS VEGAS- Bar & Restaurant Expo is honored to present the finalists for its 2025 Industry Impact Award. Recognized for their significant impact in the industry, these individuals exemplify qualities that play an integral part in the advancements of the industry, including enhancing employee culture, raising the visibility of under-represented businesses…
I don’t know how many years I’ve turned to LocalWineEvents.com to find events to go to, take a wine quiz, look at “culinary vacations” and market my own non-profit wine, food, and spirit events. I recommended that my own newsletter readers sign up for The Juice newsletter as a resource. Nowadays I repost their Instagram…
In July of 2014 I wrote an article from this prompt: describe a day in your life. I perused the original article and was reminded of my past. Here is an excerpt: I’ve been writing, can you believe this, before I started drinking. (You thought I was going to say walking?) Anyway, I wrote under…
VERY excited to get the press release below, announcing the dates for this year’s USA TODAY Wine & Food Experience because we had such a great time covering last year’s event in Las Vegas. So many spirits, wine, and local chefs – more than we could possibly enjoy in one day! See the news below…
HOLLAND, Mich., /PRNewswire/ — Flying Ace , an American-made bourbon company, has announced an educational scholarship program with non-profit organization Folds of Honor , commemorating the sacrifices made by fallen or disabled American military personnel and first responders. Rooted in the indomitable spirit of generations of American aviators who epitomized the ideals of courage and precision, Flying Ace embarks on…