Tampa is a terrific small-feel city that’s perfect for a long weekend getaway, whether with your significant other, your family, or your girlfriends. Fresh off of its 2021 Super Bowl win, the Tampa Bay area has risen to the challenge…

The next time you visit Sonoma County, be sure to schedule some time to wine taste at the La Crema Estate at Saralee’s Vineyard. Located in a celebrated building transformed into a stunning wine tasting room, La Crema provides the…

We asked members of the International Food, Wine, Travel Writers Association to share a favorite wine and/or winery that is close to home, wherever that may be. It’s always fun to travel to other wine destinations, but there are often…

Palm Springs is one of the most diverse destinations in California. On one hand, you’ve got the Coachella crew flocking for the pool parties and brunching. On the other, you’ll encounter those who want to drink where the Rat Pack…

California’s “Down to Earth Month” in April celebrates sustainable winegrowing. As a result, many events will take place across the state to honor this climate-friendly practice. But, I can’t think of a better winery to celebrate than one from my…

Are you looking forward to planning a “pitch-in” gathering with a small group of your friends or family members? Since more and more of us have  (thankfully!) received our COVID-19 vaccinations, we are feeling freer to finally come together in…

If you’re looking for a vacation in Italy without the plane ride, a visit to CaliPaso Winery and Villa in Paso Robles might just be the ticket. Built to look like an Italian villa straight out of Tuscany, CaliPaso offers…

New Mexican wine and grape growing started long before the first plantings were seen in California. Almost 400 years ago, circa 1629, the first grapevines planted were along the Rio Grande River by Monks, who brought vines from Spain. One…