Sangria is a popular, refreshing beverage with a rich history that dates back centuries. This fruity and wine-based concoction originated in Spain, making it an integral part of Spanish culture and cuisine. The word “sangria” itself is derived from the Spanish word “sangre,” meaning blood, […]
About thirteen years ago, I was dining at one of my favorite Italian restaurants in Manhattan’s Lower East Side when I was served a particularly palate-pleasing red wine from South Africa. This wine was Carménère. I was so surprised by its taste that upon returning […]
Happy International Tempranillo Day! It’s the second Thursday in November every year. If you didn’t know – now you know! This noble grape variety has deep roots in the rich viticultural history of Spain and has long been celebrated for its exceptional qualities and the […]
For years, I’ve been jokingly (but seriously) saying, “I just wanna move to the hills of Spain, drink wine, and write all day.” This was usually prefaced by some sort of unfortunate or stressful event. Nonetheless, the romantic idea of Spanish living endured. Fast forward […]
It’s that time of year again! We’ve sprung forward an hour, and we’re already enjoying extra sunlight. The spring season is upon us! And if you’re anything like me, you’re already making weekend plans that involve some combination of the great outdoors, vino, and food. […]
It’s that time of year again. You know – the one where convenience stores sell out of chocolate adorned with red ribbon and plush teddy bears. The same one where commercials and online advertisements shove American capitalism into our faces with every click and scroll. […]
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Wine and cheese go together like peas in a pod, white on rice, butter on popcorn, rosé on a hot summer day, Betty White and The Golden Girls, and you get the picture. With National Wine and Cheese Day coming up on July 25th, you’ll […]
I don’t know about you, but spring is the season in which I begin drinking more white wine – California grown white wine, to be more precise. The weather is warming, flowers are blooming, bees are buzzing, and my thirst for wine sometimes requires a […]
When’s the last time you traveled to San Francisco in the spring? Spring in San Francisco is like hot chocolate by a cozy fire or fall in New England. Cherry trees bloom as the divine scents of sidewalk cafés waft through the air. It’s not […]
