Île de la Beauté Rosé, Dom. Fazi, 2013; A refreshing Summer steal from Corsica
A Summer steal under $10 Admittedly I’ve tasted very little Corsican wine, but, by chance my favorite go to refresher of last summer and this season both hail from this island in the Mediterranean Sea,...
View ArticleMac and Cheese: A comforting, soul satisfying cheese and wine pairing
Creamy, dreamy, gooey goodness. The best mac and cheese recipe ever! There are a millions ways to make mac and cheese, but for me there is nothing as tasty as my version made with an easy béchamel...
View ArticleBoozy Brooklyn Egg Cream; A childhood favorite for adults only
Sammy’s Romanian table side egg cream! I love egg creams! Whether crafted from vanilla (Manhattan style) or made with Fox’s U-Bet chocolate syrup (Brooklyn style) they are a favorite treat with a long...
View ArticleTunworth, a guilty English pleasure
It’s a good idea to cheat on your regular cheesemonger from time to time. Some cheeses are imported in very small quantities and may just be available at one or two small specialty shops, or not in...
View ArticleHudson Valley Cider pairing with Maille mustard Rarebit
My fridge is often filled with remnants of current projects, tastings and swag scored from recent events I’ve attended. Often these ingredients come together to create a impromptu meal on those late...
View ArticleBrooklyn Blossom; The perfect cocktail to celebrate spring
It’s finally spring in NYC! The Brooklyn Botanical cherry blossom festival ushers in the season every year with a weekend long celebration followed by another weekend of frivolity on Randall’s Island....
View ArticleExploring Prague, Sassy Sips on the Road
View from hill near Prague castle Prague has always been on my wanderings wish list and recently I made that dream a reality. Prague may be known for its beer culture, but the quality of wine and craft...
View ArticlePfunds Molkerei, Dresden’s Dairy Wonder
The Cheese Wonder of Dresden In the late 19th century the farmer Paul Pfund traveled to Dresden with his wife and six cows from Reinholdshain in order to supply the city with healthy milk. He founded...
View ArticleNY Spiced Rye and Apple Punch
The holiday party season will soon be in full swing. While hosting festivities can be great fun, even the most organized host doesn’t always get to spend enough time with guests. One great tip is...
View ArticleCelebrate the History of Women in Wine and Cheese; March 23rd
Join me on March 23rd aboard Yacht Manhattan 2 in NYC for an evening of fascinating facts and tasty tales in the world of wine and cheese. Statue in Normandy dedicated to Marie Harel, the woman though...
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