You’ll Love the Vibe and the Wines at Iris Vineyards Wine Bar
by Pam Baker
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Wine lovers heading to Willamette Valley will want to carve out time for a stop in Springfield, Oregon. Iris Vineyards, a winery with bright, fruit-forward wines and stunning views from its Chalice Vineyards, recently opened a wine bar on Springfield’s Main Street. The wine bar is open Thursday through Sunday from 11:30 am to 8:00
Walla Walla Valley, A Retreat for the Soul
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The Walla Walla Valley is the perfect getaway for a long weekend trip. A four-hour drive from Portland, Seattle, or Boise, you find a little oasis of wine, food, and nature. Moreover, a piece of history may or may not surprise you along the way. Although I chose this trip based on wine and my
Visiting Puerto Rico? Book an Old San Juan Walk & Taste Tour with the SPOON® Experience!
What better way to see the 500-year-old city of Old San Juan, Puerto Rico, than by experiencing its food and local beverages on a walking tour? SPOON® Experience’s Old San Juan Walk & Taste Tour SPOON®, a culinary and cultural tourism company, offers several walking tours and cooking classes. On a recent trip to Puerto
Vektor Vodka captures what is called “The Elixir of Life!”
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Vektor Vodka is distilled seven times from Ukranian Winter Wheat, using artisan spring waters from local aquifers. The high-end, super clean product, free of finishers, captures the original meaning of vodka – “The Elixir of Life.” Furthermore, the brand prides itself on being a traditional, luxury spirit intended for sipping by itself. Vektor calls to
Introducing the newest AVA – San Luis Obispo Coast
by Pam Baker
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Say hello to the newest American Viticultural Area (AVA) – San Luis Obispo Coast. This dreamy cool-climate wine region stretches roughly 60 miles long from south of Big Sur to just north of Santa Maria. Designated an AVA on March 9, 2022, San Luis Obispo (SLO) Coast includes the existing appellations of Arroyo Grande and
Waiting for Bordeaux: Union des Grands Crus de Bordeaux in Miami
by Lisa Morales
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Wine is a waiting game. From bud break in the vineyard to barrel and bottle aging, the journey to your wine glass has just begun. When it comes to Union des Grands Crus de Bordeaux wines, even once you bring your prize home, it’s often best to wait months and sometimes years before you drink
Blackhawk Museum: A Hidden Gem In Danville, CA
by Judy Karnia
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Walking into the Blackhawk Museum, I tried to have an open mind. I love almost all museums so I was willing to enjoy whatever was on offer. The itinerary from the press tour operators listed it as a classic car museum. Not being a car buff, I figured I could feign some interest to be
Love, Resilience, and Travel Lessons Learned in St. Martin
by Lisa Morales
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Last week was my first time out of the country since the start of the pandemic. Boy, did I need a vacation and a week in St. Martin cured my Zoom Blues! While meditating on the serene, turquoise water beaches of Grand Case, I had an opportunity to reflect upon what I take from travel
South African Wine Collection “Blazing” Through Arizona
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Blazer Beverage Tom Carbon and Amarilys V. Drozdz, with their love of wine and extensive business resumes, own and operate Blazer Beverage, a wine distribution company. They are currently in partnerships with restaurants, resorts, and wine shops all over Arizona. With a refreshing approach to sharing environmentally conscious wine, they aim to promote wineries and
Journey Through Australian Wine Regions Aboard the Ghan
by Pam Baker
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A journey aboard the Ghan, Australia’s iconic train ride between Adelaide and Darwin, provides passengers with a means to explore the country’s vast interior in a luxurious setting. The experience offers excellent service, gourmet meals featuring regional cuisine, and off-train excursions. But a journey on the Ghan also allows guests to taste Australian wine from