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Wines of the Week: California Cabernet

Wines of the Week: California Cabernet

In much of California, Cabernet is king.  Given the number of warm, sunshine-filled days the state experiences each year, it’s not really a surprise.  And,...

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Elegance & Ease at The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun

Elegance & Ease at The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun

While attending the 17th Annual Riviera Maya Jazz Festival at Quintana Roo, I was blessed to escape to paradise at The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun, where all the...

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New Roaming Man Rye Whiskey Release

New Roaming Man Rye Whiskey Release

Sugarlands Distilling Company will be releasing two editions of their Roaming Man Tennessee Straight Rye Whiskey in 2019.  The first release will be available on...

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Zinfandel Experience 2019 Grand Tasting

Zinfandel Experience 2019 Grand Tasting

Saturday, Jan 19, 2019 is the ZAP Grand Tasting, where you will meet the winemakers at the most comprehensive showing of Zinfandels and blends in the world and experience...

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Wines of the Week: Italian Best Buys – Under $20, 90 Points

Wines of the Week: Italian Best Buys – Under $20, 90 Points

The Italians have, for centuries, had an on going love affair with wine. Thus, its no wonder that one can find a multitude of bottles that deliver great quality...

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Warm Up Winter with Big Gin Hot Toddies

Warm Up Winter with Big Gin Hot Toddies

When you can see your breath on the crisp winter air it’s time for hot toddies! If you haven’t tried a Big Gin hot toddy – there’s no...

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Organic Linguine with Mussels

Organic Linguine with Mussels

There are few more iconic Italian classics than linguine with mussels. Combine cooked pasta with mussels and herbs cooked in white wine and add butter. Mangia! PREP...

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Sovereign Brands Launches New Gin

Sovereign Brands Launches New Gin

Sovereign Brands is gearing up to announce an extraordinary new gin at the top of 2019! Named McQueen and the Violet Fog, it is the newest brand in their portfolio,...

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Wines of the Week: Washington Reds

Wines of the Week: Washington Reds

If you haven’t tasted red wines from Washington state, then why not start off 2019 by sipping something new? Offering a lot of value and quality, it should...

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NYE Dinner Party on Napa Wine Train

NYE Dinner Party on Napa Wine Train

Make the last moments of the year really count. Journey into the night and through the beautiful Napa Valley, back in time and into the new year in a setting that...

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