I just happened to be vacationing in Greece during this World Wine Travel event, in which Camilla of Culinary Cam invited us to explore up-and-coming wine regions. I was not too familiar with Greek wines, but I did know that Santorini is the most popular wine region. I decided to explore Greek Wines outside of Santorini.
Another amazing day in the beautiful Val d'Orcia. Today, we started off at a pasta factory that prides itself on using ancient grains that are grown organically and then turned into pasta using nothing more than the ground grains and water.
We are leaving next month on a long-anticipated trip to Italy. We are flying into Naples, spending time on the Amalfi Coast, and spending a few days in Rome before heading to Umbria and Tuscany. We will spend a day in Florence before catching our flight home.
Many years ago, before I began blogging. Before the age of cell phones and portable computers. Back when you used a camera with film that had to be taken in for development. Way back then, we met our friends Keith and Kim in the Finger Lakes Region of New York for a Murder Mystery tour of the area wineries.
Today I want to share with you a little hidden gem that I found right in my neck of the woods. Welcome to Youngblood Vineyards located in Ray Township, Michigan.
The World Wine Travel group is gathering this month to discuss Hybrid wines. These are wines made by crossing two grapes to make a new varietal. In Michigan, we have many hybrid grapes. Native to our State are Riverbank Grapes, most often used as ground cover or as food for birds and small animals. They can also be turned into jams and are safe for human consumption.
I make a lot of Enchiladas in this house as it is a favorite of our youngest child who still lives at home. This recipe, found at TASTE, is reported to have been passed down through the generations of families that arrived in California during the years of 1769 and 1833when the Missions were established.
We are approaching 2 important anniversaries in the world of wine. May 24 is the anniversary of the Judgement of Paris and May 25 is Chardonnay Day.
I decided to do my own blind tasting of old world vs new world wines. Join me as I share the experience.
I was excited when I was able to find a wine from New Zealand's North Island. I was thrilled when I found a bottle of orange wine that was perfect for the upcoming Halloween celebrations.
I love summertime in Michigan. A lot of people like to vacation in the summer. We may take some small trips, mostly in different parts of Michigan but for most of the summer there is no place I would rather be than in my own backyard.
Zioboffa Organic Toscana is, as are many wines from Tuscany, a Sangiovese blend. It pours a deep red and smells of flowers and fruit. It is well balanced and a bit spicy....in other words, it is wonderful.
I am very pleased to have been chosen to be an ambassador for L'Ecole wines. Each month they generously send me two bottles of wine. In return, I taste and pair the wines and then share my thoughts and opinions of the featured wine with my readers. I receive no monetary compensation for my posts and all writings are 100% my own.
This month we met up with the winemaker, Marty Clubb, and opened up two vintages of a Bordeaux Blend that they call Perigee.
I was generously provided 3 bottles of sparkling wines from Cava DO along with an invitation to join in a twitter event on Wednesday, October 6th at 9PM ET. I am looking forward to the chat and I'm anxious to share my thoughts about the wine that I opened for this article. I received no monetary compensation for this post and all writings and opinions are 100% my own.
This soup is not only comforting and delicious but it is mostly hands off. Place three different types of mushrooms into a slow cooker with some onions and spices and walk away for 4-5 hours. When you are ready to eat all it needs is a quick puree and a little bit of cream.
Soup Saturday Swappers are sharing Mushroom Soups today.......
I was fortunate enough to recieve some samples of hard cider from across the pond courtesy of Winesellers, Ltd. These samples were provided for tasting purposes only. I received no monetary compensation for this post. All opinions are strictly my own.
We are heading down to the Waterfront this evening for a Beer and Wine Festival. We are joining our friends, the Luths and our friend, Mickey for dinner at a local restaurant before heading to the festival. I'm looking forward to it. The best part is that it's only a mile down the road so we can walk it if the wines are too delicious to stop at a few sips.
I have a confession to make....When Susannah of Avvinare invited us to join her in opening a bottle of Lambrusco this month, I was not very excited. In fact, I thought about sitting this one out.
I'm not crazy about sparkling wine, however I do enjoy it on occasion but I seldom, if ever, enjoy a sweet wine and I thought with Lambrusco I would be getting a double whammy.
I received a sample of L'Ecole No. 41 Cabernet Sauvignon from Columbia Valley for tasting and pairing purposes. I received no monetary compensation. All thoughts, writings and opinions are my own.
My husband is very predictable. Whenever I am making him a special dinner he asks for either Filet Mignon with Zip Sauce, Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Glazed Carrots or Chicken Marsala, Fettuccine Alfredo and Glazed Carrots. Every. Single. Time. for the past 30 years.
