Hilarie Larson CSW FWS, Author at Food, Wine & Travel

Putting the Happy into Holiday Wine Pairing

Posted by Hilarie Larson CSW FWS | Dec 13, 2018

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Costa Mesa, California – the Great Romantic Escape

Posted by Hilarie Larson CSW FWS | Jul 17, 2018

Looking for a romantic SoCal escape? Look no further than Costa Mesa. Hilarie Larson tells us why this is the destination for everything from dining to shopping to the arts.

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Wine and Food: The Great Balancing Act

Posted by Hilarie Larson CSW FWS | Jan 30, 2017

Wine writer Hilarie Larson demystifies wine and food pairing, recognising that a good match, like in marriage or friendship, is a glorious thing.

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What is an AVA and Why Should You Care?

Posted by Hilarie Larson CSW FWS | Sep 4, 2016

Every wine label shows where the grapes came from, a ‘place of origin.’ Known as an ‘American Viticultural Area’ (or AVA for short), this bit of information is a key to understanding more about the quality and character of different wines.

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What’s So Cool About Yuma Arizona?

Posted by Hilarie Larson CSW FWS | Aug 22, 2016

Tucked into the southwest corner of Arizona, Yuma has often been looked upon as a small, hot, dusty little burg that’s home to an onslaught of ‘snow birds’ each winter. While it’s true that many retirees flock there, they are only a small part of the increasingly diverse visitors that come in search of old west history, world-class recreation and delectable cuisine.

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Five Top Tips for Wine Tasting

Posted by Hilarie Larson CSW FWS | Aug 17, 2016

If you’re a wine lover, there’s no greater thrill than visiting your favorite winery. Whether you’re on vacation or just escaping the old routine for an afternoon, here are some tips for getting the most out of your tasting room adventures from wine writer Hilarie Larson.

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Provence – Where Rosé Found its Roots

Posted by Hilarie Larson CSW FWS | Mar 10, 2016

Wine writer Hilarie Larson says lthough rosé is produced in many parts of the wine world, there is one place that stands out: Provence, France.

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Champagne: Wine of Kings and the King of Wines

Posted by Hilarie Larson CSW FWS | Jul 25, 2015

No other beverage in the world says luxury more than Champagne. Wine writer Hilarie Larson travels to Champagne in France and finds it is the drink of celebration and status, a worldly swirl of bubbles that embodies elegance, success and joie de vivre.