5th Annual Embarcadero Center Wine Walk (Summer 2024)
Embarcadero Center hosts an annual wine tasting on May 8th, featuring local wineries, with proceeds donated to Sonoma County Fire Relief Fund. [ more ]
Now You Can Take a Deep Dive Into Saison's World-Class Wine Selection
This June, the team behind two-Michelin-starred Saison and one-Michelin-starred Angler is set to debut a new wine bar catering to aficionados and novices alike.
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Bangkok offers a vibrant culinary scene with both street food stalls and top-tier fine dining restaurants, making it a paradise for adventurous food enthusiasts and travelers. [ more ]
Where have all the wine bargains gone? | Fiona Beckett on drink
Prices of wines are on the rise, making it less affordable for social gatherings and leading consumers to rely heavily on special offers from various retailers. [ more ]
A new wine bar, Saison Cellar & Wine Bar, by Saison co-founder Mark Bright, is opening with a $5,000/year membership deal which includes exclusive benefits. [ more ]
Whoopsie Daisy opens in Crown Heights from three local wine pros
The opening of Whoopsie Daisy, a wine bar in Brooklyn by renowned cocktail maven Ivy Mix, will focus on natural and biodynamic wines, local bites, and sustainability. [ more ]
Alice Feiring Reflects on the State of Natural Wine Today
Natural wine pioneer Alice Feiring has been instrumental in popularizing natural wine in America and spends most of her time in New York City. [ more ]
Take a virtual wine tasting tour along the Loire for well-priced diversity
The western part of the Loire Valley in France is important for affordable and high-quality wines, with modern winemakers like Jerome Choblet and Jerome Billard showcasing excellence. [ more ]
Why the Loire is France's most exciting wine region
Muscadet wines faced challenges due to overproduction and low quality in the early 2000s. Domaine de l'Ecu stood out with premium yet affordable biodynamic wines. [ more ]
Austrian wines, particularly Gruner Veltliner and Rieslings, are gaining attention in British markets due to their unique flavors and qualities. [ more ]
Could Livermore Valley be the new Bay Area destination for cabernet franc?
Livermore Valley aims to be a global cabernet franc destination, with an increase in wineries producing cab franc thanks to favorable terroir.
Cabernet franc grape grows exceptionally well in Livermore, producing balanced fruit with lighter wine than cabernet sauvignon due to wind effects. [ more ]
Private-label wines are increasingly popular in stores, often unnoticed by average drinkers, with some being produced by top wineries exclusively for retailers. [ more ]
Burgundy Taste on a Beer Budget: 7 Affordable Bottles to Buy Right Now
Burgundy wine from France holds a variety of flavors and styles in a small geographical area, highly sought after globally for its unique qualities. [ more ]
The white wines from France's Burgundy region, predominantly Chardonnay, are renowned for their exceptional quality due to the region's climate and soil. [ more ]
How an Ex-N.B.A. Player Is Diversifying Wine One Sip at a Time
Channing Frye transitioned from basketball to wine-making as a way to combat depression and found success in bringing wine to underrepresented communities. [ more ]
Flecked with Chili Oil, Dan Dan Noodles Are a Sichuan Staple
For best results in making Dandanmian noodles, use a homemade or flavorful chili oil and prepare components ahead for easy assembly before serving. [ more ]
War of the roses: why wine experts are furious about the blush-pink drink
Provencal rose is the classic, rich wine, and the market has been flooded with inferior, pale alternatives leading to a misconception of what makes a good rose. [ more ]
Can a Brewery Make Good Wine? These Beer Makers Say Yes.
Craft breweries like Alesong Brewing are venturing into winemaking, creating beer-wine hybrids and expanding their customer base by offering wine options. [ more ]
Pebble Beach Food & Wine returned with a new format and first-time wineries, The Perfect Pair event offers wine and food pairing competition, Kendall-Jackson launched limited-edition wines for the Kentucky Derby [ more ]
At the innovative new POC Food & Wine Festival in SF and Berkeley, brown is beautiful.
The POC Food & Wine Festival highlights chefs, vintners, brewers of color often overlooked, aiming for equitability and community-building through unique experiences. [ more ]
There's a Secret Vintage Wine Collection Hiding Inside This Oakland Barbecue Spot
Stay Gold Deli in West Oakland offers a hidden selection of vintage wines to curious diners, adding an exclusive touch to the dining experience. [ more ]
The director of viticulture at large US wine firm Foley Family Farms, she is responsible for more than 5,200 acres (2,000 hectares) of vines, scattered across 1,000 miles of California and Oregon.
Following the Emerald Green Road: Northern California's Cannabis Culture Heads to Wine Country
Northern California's cannabis culture is gaining recognition, paralleling the region's wine fame with the creation of a cannabis appellation program and a nine-county Cannabis Trail. [ more ]
Q&A: Luxury South Bay wine retailer Angie An is on a quest to make the wine world less intimidating
Angie An transitioned from sommelier at Alexander's Steakhouse to selling luxury wines to Chinese collectors, advocating for wine enjoyment and inclusivity. [ more ]
The Best Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Wines to Drink Right Now
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo's quality has significantly improved in recent years, attracting investment and resulting in more complex wines showcasing the region's terroir. [ more ]
Why Italian white wine is so food-friendly | Fiona Beckett on drink
Italian wines like soave and pinot grigio complement food by being subtle without overpowering flavors. They are inexpensive and suitable for simple meals. [ more ]
It's a sun trap': climate crisis brings boomtime for British wine
The climate crisis is creating ideal conditions for growing grapes in the UK, while traditional wine regions face devastation due to extreme heat. [ more ]
Diverse beer choices offer a wide range of flavors and styles, making it a dynamic and creative beverage for social settings and food pairings. [ more ]
Legendary London restaurant Le Gavroche is auctioning off its wine cellar
Le Gavroche's iconic wine cellar is being auctioned off, featuring impressive selections like Romanée-Conti Grand Cru 2013 and Château Mouton Rothschild.
Artefacts from Le Gavroche's storied history, including the guestbook with celebrity signatures, are also up for auction. [ more ]
Sangiovese is the most widely grown grape in Italy, known for its high acidity and ability to express diverse flavors.
Sangiovese wines can vary in flavors, textures, and aromas based on location and winemaking processes, leading to an intensely devoted global fanbase. [ more ]
This Modern Take On the Midori Sour Packs a Playful Punch
The Midori Shochu Sour is a popular drink at Kumiko's bar, combining bright melon and lemon flavors with earthy shochu for a playful yet adult beverage.
The recipe involves mixing shochu, Midori, citrus juices, and simple syrup, then aerating the mixture before serving it over ice with a splash of club soda. [ more ]
The Victorian wine club which started in a cellar beneath the Albert Hall
The Wine Society has grown significantly over its 150-year history, offering a diverse selection of wines at various price points with exceptional customer service and membership benefits.
The Society's success can be attributed to its well-managed mutual structure, reinvesting all profits back into the business, and maintaining fair relationships with wine producers. [ more ]