Discover the Carmel Valley Wine Village – A Hidden Gem in Monterey County
by Pam Baker
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You may know many wine regions of the world well, but there are probably some you have yet to discover. If you’re on the search for some of California’s “undiscovered” wine regions, you’ll want to explore Carmel Valley Village. This hidden gem, located in Monterey County’s Santa Lucia Mountains, is home to more than 20
Drinks for the Lazy, Hazy, Crazy Days of Summer
Ready to beat the heat with a cold beverage by the pool or on the patio? As temperatures climb into the 90s or even triple digits in some parts of the country, we asked IFWTWA (International Food, Wine, Travel Writers Assn.) members to contribute a summer drink recipe they’ve enjoyed during the lazy, hazy, crazy
Seven Wines to Savor During Those “Lazy-Hazy-Crazy” Days of Summer
by Pam Baker
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Oh sweet, sweet summertime – it’s my favorite time of year. Summer means warm days, long hours of sunshine, birds chirping outside my window early in the morning, and the sounds of children playing in the street. We revel in backyard barbeques, picnics in the park, and time around the pool. And with the warmer
Exploring Western Australia’s Swan Valley Wine Region
by Pam Baker
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Swan Valley, Australia’s second oldest wine region, is just 25 minutes from Perth, Western Australia’s capital city. Like so many wine regions throughout the world, Swan Valley’s scenery is idyllic. Vineyard-covered hills, small rustic towns, and welcoming wineries, their picnic grounds surrounded by green grapevines and bubbling brooks, invite visitors to slow down and stay
Message in a Bottle: Wine Stories from Italy
by Lisa Morales
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Not so long ago, tariffs were the only thing that seemed to be getting in between the winemaker and consumer. That threat is now miniscule compared to Italy’s battle with COVID-19. Sadly, over 30,000 Italians have died as a result of the pandemic and it’s only now that citizens can return to work and daily
What’s in Your Wine Cellar?
by Pam Baker
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Many people bring home mementos from their travels – artwork, t-shirts, refrigerator magnets, specialty foods, even music. I bring home bottles of vino for my wine cellar. Twenty-nineteen was, for my husband and I, a year of travel. And because we love wine, from Portugal to France, New Zealand to Australia, Oregon, Washington, and California,
Discover Keuka Lake Wine Country in New York’s Southern Finger Lakes
Move over, California! For the second year running, New York’s Finger Lakes were named Best Wine Region in USA Today 10 Best Reader’s Choice awards. And that’s not all the accolades for this burgeoning wine country. VinePair, a digital review site for beer, wine and spirits, ranked the Finger Lakes #2 on its 2019 list
How to Enjoy Wine Tasting during COVID-19
by Pam Baker
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It’s hard to think about the pleasure of wine tasting and wine travel during the COVID-19 pandemic. Wine tasting rooms in California, Oregon, and Washington are currently closed by mandate. I would imagine that’s true in any other state that’s currently under shelter-in-place orders. But being stuck at home doesn’t mean we have to stop
100 Years of La Scolca: Looking Forward In Times of Uncertainty
by Lisa Morales
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Often when a company reaches its centennial, it places the focus on reminiscing over years gone by. Chiara Soldati does just the opposite. True to her brand’s name La Scolca, which means looking forward, she is doing just that. Since we first met in February, life has drastically changed. Because COVID-19 has brought Italy to
Tri-Cities: The Heart of Washington Wine Country
by Pam Baker
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With an abundance of wine tasting rooms spread across Washington, it’s easy to explore the delicious varietals grown in this exciting wine region. Seattle, Woodinville, Walla Walla, Leavenworth, and Vancouver all boast a high concentration of wine tasting rooms in easy walking distance of each other. But if you really want to immerse yourself in