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Spicy Thai Marinade with Just the Right Vino

I love throwing a good flat iron or flank steak on the grill in these summer months. Whether you serve it with warm tortillas, over fresh salad greens, or just as is – it truly is one of my favorite summer suppers. Salt n Pepper does just fine – however, I often love to throw… Continue

Gadgets, Glassware & Wine – Oh my!

The world is full of a zillion gadgets, gizmos and glassware when it comes to vino.  How do we know what to pick up and when?  Here’s a fun little video I put together with my friends from CambriaQuartz – that really does give you a full 4-1-1 on some of the newest wine devices in… Continue

Friends of Fred Wine Club

This week I am reminded of ALL the ‘wicked cool’ peeps I know and admire in the wine world as my friend, Fred, joins us for a week’s stay in sunny Minneapolis.  A Dry Creek, Californian with integrity and passion for his industry.  A soul bound and determined to make wines with, well only one… Continue

They say It’s the ‘Experience’

I teach only what I believe.  I believe only what I experience for myself and actually end up feeling, from my own view point.  Yes, I teach the facts with every wine class – but in all reality – I also allow folks to ‘experience’ wine from their own point of view.  You know why? … Continue

Red, White and Of Course…Rosé!

Celebrate the 4th of July in style with…Rosé!  Check out my latest column in Artful Living Magazine’s Summer Edition regarding this rosey subject with a few recommendations as to my favs this summer.  Coming up Rosés!