Paso Robles: Six Great Drinking And Dining Venues
When you think of the wine country in California, do Napa and Sonoma immediately come to mind? Naturally, other areas of the Golden State grow vineyards and produce wine – the Santa Ynez Valley, Temecula, and Monterey. But Paso Robles, a Central Coast town midway between San Francisco and Los Angeles on US Highway 101,
Cooking in a Modern-Day Agora: Culinary Experience in Athens, Greece
by Dawn Damico
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The focal point just beyond the glass doors is a 200-year-old olive tree, symbolizing peace and friendship. There is fresh seasonal produce to your right and an 82-foot tall atrium towering above you, showcasing the latest techniques in hydroponics and aquaponics. Freshly baked bread, created daily, tempts you from a wood-fired stone oven, the heavenly
Discovering the Wines of Rheinhessen, Germany on a BottleStops tour
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The wines of Rheinhessen deserve serious exploration. A personalized tour took us to four award-winning wineries and introduced us to a network of innovative winemakers.
Celebrate the Wine and Roses Festival in Bryan, TX
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When Paul Vincent and Merrill Bonarrigo founded Messina Hof Winery in 1977, their goal was to produce premium Texas wines. They couldn’t have imagined that Messina Hof would become one of the largest producers of 100% Texas wines. They also never dreamed that it would become the most award-winning winery in the Lone Star State
IFWTWA 2022 Photography Contest Highlights
by Cori Solomon
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IFWTWA wishes to congratulate the 2022 Photography Contest winners. There were 119 entries, 109 from IFWTWA members and ten from non-members. In this post, we share every winning image and the story behind each photo. The 2022 Photography Contest consisted of seven categories: Food, Nature, Wine & Spirits, Night, Portrait, Urban Landscape, and Landscape. Best
Taste the Spirit of Texas at the Brazos County Farmers Market
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One of the best ways to explore an area is to get acquainted with people who live and work there. And what better place could there be to meet them than the local farmers market? During a trip to Bryan, Texas, I visited the Farmers Market in Brazos County and met many vendors who epitomize the
Explore Wisconsin For The Best Cheese And Fascinating Master Cheesemakers
by Tom Manus
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There are only two places in the world where a cheesemaker can earn a Master Cheesemaker certification — Switzerland and Wisconsin. The Master Cheesemaker program, also referred to as a PhD in cheese from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, ensures that Wisconsin cheese remains of world-class quality. Only Wisconsin cheesemakers with at least 10 years of
From Camels to Cars: Exploring Jordan’s Transportation History
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The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, a young nation founded in 1946, is located at the intersection of Europe, Africa, and Asia on ancient soil. Jordan’s history is heavily influenced by transportation. For thousands of years the area served as a crossroads for cultures and trade routes. For instance, the ancient Nabataean city of Petra served
Plant-Based Dining in Jordan
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Veganism has been growing in popularity around the world and this trend has reached Jordan. An increasing number of restaurants offer plant-based options and an increased awareness of the health benefits of a vegan diet. Jordan is home to a rich and diverse food culture, making it easy for vegans to enjoy a variety of
Empowering Women in Jordan — Social Enterprises that Make a Difference
by Sharon Kurtz
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Whether you are on your first trip to Jordan or a frequent visitor, meeting the local people makes for unique and memorable experiences. This was certainly true on our 11-day International Food, Wine, and Travel Writer Association (IFWTWA) tour hosted by the Jordan Tourism Board. Rather than simply checking off a bucket list of sites—the