Lodi’s Oak Farm Vineyards: Nature and Nurture in Perfect Harmony
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It’s an area often missed by visitors to Northern California’s magnificent wine regions. But Lodi, California, located 85 miles east of San Francisco Bay and only 35 miles from Sacramento is regarded as the Zinfandel capital of the world producing more than 40 percent of California’s premium red grape. Additionally, the picturesque region produces more
Our Travel Writers Share Their Favorite Summer Cocktails
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With much of the world suffering from record-setting temperatures this summer, a good cocktail might be just the thing to help cool us down. Ten of our travel writers share their favorite summer cocktails—simple and simply delicious—with you. Oaxacan Burro Nothing says summertime like paying a visit to Georgia’s Whiskey Project. Located in Roswell, just
Red Mountain AVA – In the “Heart of Washington Wine Country”
by Pam Baker
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Here in California, I’m surrounded by wine. As a wine lover, though, I’m naturally curious about other wine regions. Lately, I find myself exploring more of Washington. From Walla Walla to Tri-Cities to Yakima Valley and Woodinville, there’s plenty to discover. The Tri-Cities region is known as the “Heart of Washington Wine Country.” With 300
Premium Tequila Tasting with Mexico’s Oldest Tequila House
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‘Feeling’ tequila is an important part of the premium tasting experience hosted by Mexico’s oldest Tequila house, Jose Cuervo. Established in 1795, Jose Cuervo is home to experts in ‘everything tequila,’ they now hold premium tasting seminars throughout Mexico. Having refined this iconic Mexican spirit for centuries, they say you need all of your senses
Txakoli – the ‘Other’ Basque Wine
Travel opens the door to a host of enriching experiences: the first glimpse of a famous city, that connection when a local recognizes your attempt at speaking their language or discovering a culture through its cuisine. The Basque Country of Spain is a perfect example of this ‘sense of place’ —a destination where food and
Order Wine Like a Boss in Budapest
by Diane Dobry
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Would you ever think that Hungary was at one time on par with France as a premier wine-producing country in Europe? Kings, popes and even an American president (Thomas Jefferson) enjoyed wines from Hungary, and some had vineyards in Tokaj in the northeastern part of the country. Budapest is a popular travel destination for Americans
Wine & Spirits: Clarksburg Wine Country
by Pam Baker
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Greetings, fellow travelers and wine lovers. I’m Pam Baker, a freelance food, wine and travel writer based in Sacramento, California. I’m delighted to introduce you to a new column for Food, Wine, Travel Magazine. Each month we’ll explore wine regions, wine-tasting experiences, wine cruises, and all things wine-related. It seems fitting that I kick off
Macedonia: Eight Top Things To Do in Five Days Around Kavala, Greece
by Tom Talleur
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Greece offers a veritable smorgasbord of historic, cultural, and gastronomic delights sure to satisfy the most demanding of visitors with diverse interests. Yet, the challenge to figure out where to go and what to do can be overwhelming even for the most experienced traveler. One approach to resolve this problem is to set up your
His Passion For Wine | Apostolos Plahouras
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For three days in Nikiti on the Sithonia peninsula of the Halkidiki region of northern Greece, we are bathed in luxury. We have stepped inside a dream, and its location is Danai Beach Resort and Villas. Our days are filled with discovery of lush green olive groves, small coastal fishing villages, and artifacts that tell
3 Ways to Organize a Wine Tasting Get-Together
by Lori Sweet
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“He who knows how to taste does not drink wine but savours secrets” – Salvador Dalì. When you think of going to a wine tasting, does it bring a feeling of happiness or worry? Are you happy because of the different wines you’ll taste and discover, or do you worry because you don’t want to