I’ve crafted the habit of taking time each December to reflect on the past year and its adventures, and this year’s rewind has been exceptionally fun. When I glimpse at the mental snapshot of where we were twelve months ago, I see that the days were long, the nights were...
Holy feathered bird. Is it really that time already? Suddenly I’m aware of the word “holiday” everywhere, and the countdown has begun....
When I was invited on a press tour of Rioja, Spain’s primary wine region, I was excited on many levels. The main purpose of the trip was to explore some of the 500+ bodegas of Rioja, but every trip I take is, in my view, an opportunity to taste the...
Much has been made in the past few years about “organic,” “free-range,” “local,” “seasonal,” “pesticide-free” and “all-natural” foods....
As the leaves change to a delicate shade of orange, I’m reminded that pumpkin season is upon us. Some might naturally think of Halloween and trick or treat at a time like this, but I’d rather relish in the thought of pumpkin soups, breads and curries...
The past twenty years have seen an enormous surge in the popularity of Balsamic vinegar here in the United States. This mysteriously dark and intoxicating, complex elixir tempts us as a condiment, a base for sauces, vinaigrettes and marinades, and as a flavor enhancer for meats, cheeses and even fruits....