The Fourth of July is around the corner, and while it is natural to celebrate the accomplishments of our Founding Fathers, we rarely pause to imagine how they’d celebrate. Apparently, one works up quite a thirst declaring independence…
It’s a hot summer evening after a full day of sunshine, no breeze to break the heat, and humidity past 50%. What drink do you reach for to relax and cool off after a true “dog day” of…
If you’re even just a casual fan of champagne, chances are you’re familiar with the coupe glass – the long, flat-topped glass also colloquially referred to as a “saucer.” The coupe has been featured prominently in films such…
I recently had the opportunity to read Sobremesa: A memoir of food and love in thirteen courses by Josephine Caminos Oria. This indulgence was paired with a sample set from Bodega Norton including Privada Family Blend 2016 and Reserva Chardonnay 2019. The book…
Not all wines benefit from aging in the bottle. In fact, the majority of both red and white wines are made to be drunk anywhere from immediately to within a few years of their release. Aging a wine…