Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards and Top Chef star Brooke Williamson have teamed up and are on a mission to discover the most glorious appetizer recipe in the country through the first ever nationwide “Glorious Bites Challenge.” Starting today, people 21 and over are encouraged to channel their inner-foodie and submit their signature appetizer recipe […]
Archives for July 2015
Ruffino Prosecco: Al Fresco Limited Edition Flutes by Govino
I have found the perfect way to drink wine on my patio, Govino glasses. These are a limited edition; Ruffino Prosecco Al Fresco Flutes by govino. Ruffino, the beloved Italian winery, partnered with govino to create a this set of limited edition “go-anywhere” flutes adorned by a vibrant summer design that epitomizes effortless summer fun. They […]
Urban Winery: Charles Smith Comes to the Jet City
Charles Smith Wines Jet City Opens in Seattle Historic Georgetown Neighborhood Now Home to the West Coast’s Largest Urban Winery Winemaker Charles Smith announces the opening of Charles Smith Wines Jet City in the Georgetown neighborhood of Seattle. Encompassing more than 32,000 square feet in a space that was formerly a Dr. Pepper bottling plant, […]
The Taste LA: Labor Day Weekend Food Festival
If you are going to be in LA over Labor Day weekend I think this should be on your list of things to do. Tickets available now for The Times’ annual celebration of the Southern California culinary scene The Los Angeles Times today announced the acclaimed co-hosts, diverse restaurants, unique demonstrations and thought-provoking panels planned […]
Wine Cruises: Princess Cruises
Princess Cruises announced a thirst-quenching deal with the Sip & Sail cruise promotion offering free all-inclusive beverages, plus specialty dining. More than 350 cruise vacations for 2016 are on sale to destinations around the globe. In addition to cruise savings, the Sip & Sail includes unprecedented offers to sweeten the deal. Guests booking a balcony, mini-suite or […]
Russell Dean Lowell: In Search of Duende – Life Adventures of a Chef
I recently read In Search of Duende, Life Adventures of a Chef, by Russell Dean Lowell. Russell is the owner and chef of Russell’s Restaurant in Bothell, Washington which is just up the road from me. The book is a mix of his life’s story, travel adventures, recipes, and his search of Duende. It’s a […]