Barrel tasting great wine, hanging out with friends in a lavender field, and picnicking al fresco in a vineyard surrounded by beautiful mountains. What a perfect day in Napa. Except for one thing. I’m not in Napa, California. I’m in Canada’s Okanagan Valley.
Germany – Wine, Food and Fine Cars
The authors travel by train through central Germany, sampling local wines, enjoying the unique regional food, and touring the Mercedes-Benz Museum.
Way Out West, In Good Taste
There is plenty of food for thought in the beautiful wine country of Western Australia’s Margaret River region.
Wines I Have Known
The author describes some amazing wines he has tried over the years, thanks to generous friends and/or dumb luck.
Sip Away Summer With These Fall Favourites!
The crisp fall months are by far my most favourite time of the year. I love the excitement around the grape harvest, the many festivals and craft shows both complemented by the changing of the leaves. With that in mind let’s allow the colours of fall to inspire our next sip.
Buying Wine For Your Wedding
Buying wine for your wedding can be intimidating. Find out from wine expert, Chevonn Cook, how to turn this daunting task into fun adventure and take your wedding guest experience from ordinary to extraordinary.
How To Store Your Wine
Sommelier Chevonn Cook explains how cellaring wine doesn’t have to be complicated. It can be fun, affordable and a great investment.
Thanksgiving Dinner at the Guinea Pig Restaurant
Julia McLean serves up an exotic Canadian Thanksgiving dinner to her friends in France.
Liquor Unlimited and Unlicensed: How to Make Liqueurs from Fruits and Herbs
From France’s farm country, Julia McLean writes about the art of making liqueurs from herbs and fruits, plus she offers up some divine recipes.
There’s a Saint for That
In France, it seems there’s a saint for everything, each with his or her own special day. There’s even a new saint — inaugurated by Julia McLean and her best friend Marie-Claude— who watches over special birthdays and ageing bosoms.