In addition to seeing old friends at the wine media conference, the event gives me the fortuity to sample certain wines I would not ordinarily have the chance to taste. Rodney Strong
“La Fiorita” in Italian means little flower. La Fiorita is also a little vineyard and winery located in the Tuscany wine region of Italy. The vineyard is located near the
Brilliant big wines deserve to be presented, and paired along with a dazzling dinner! Last Monday, my week started off with a big bang and dream dinner extraordinaire. Honesty, I
Summertime is official here. Although, living in Houston it seems like summer is always in full gear. Most of us enjoy our outdoor grilling daily and barbecue all year long. Now, some
Freshen my palate with Vinho Verde Português! I received some savory Vinho Verde white wines from Portugal to sample. “Vinho Verde” in Portuguese means “green
Tis the time of year when we sip lots of bubbly! My hope is, what ever you are sipping, it is drink worthy and delicious. Or, in Italian “Delizioso”. A few days before
I do love chunky blue cheese dressing on crisp iceberg lettuce. Add in some sliced cherry tomatoes, bacon bits, diced purple onion, and you have fantastic meal. The black angus filet is
Napoletano Babà is a dessert! I learned something sweet and delicious last evening wrapping up the “The Authentic Italian Table” virtual dinner sponsored by the
Goat cheese stuffed roasted figs! I’d pair with a lovely pinot noir from Oregon’s Willamette Valley like this 2018 Argyle Pinot Noir in the featured image. To make these
Eat a peach, or you can try a peachy salsa. So simple to make. This recipe makes approximately 3 cups of salsa. You will need: Peaches (fresh peaches diced one cup)