When I was a child a big treat for my family was to go to The Old World Deli for lunch or dinner. It was…
Soalheiro Alvarinho is a Portuguese white wine from the Vinho Verde region. I have generally associated the region with relatively low alcohol wines that…
Several months ago a friend told me about this funky restaurant in Winters called Preserve. One of her favorite fun wine experiences is to…
This week’s bargain wine is Joel Gott Pinot Gris. Pinot Gris is the French name for the grape that the Italians call Pinot Grigio.…
During my birthday week, one of my most favorite people in the world drove all of the way from Redding, Ca to spend time…
We have written about purchasing cocktail bitters from Napa Valley Distillery’s shop in Oxbow Market. However, we had yet to try their spirits, so…
Even if you live in the Fairfield area, it is unlikely that you have heard of Valley Cafe. It is a hidden gem that…
This post is a brief introduction to the world of Scottish Whisky. Note the spelling; whisky made in Scotland is spelt without an ‘e’…
Since I have returned from my travels abroad I have been on an absolutely crazy schedule; even more than usual for this time of…
The Artist and I visited Miner Family Winery while California Girl was enjoying her European Grand Tour. We visited their Wine Bar Tasting which…