A Weekend Itinerary for Palm Springs
by Mary Farah
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Palm Springs is one of the most diverse destinations in California. On one hand, you’ve got the Coachella crew flocking for the pool parties and brunching. On the other, you’ll encounter those who want to drink where the Rat Pack drank and sleep where Marilyn Monroe did. If you fall somewhere in-between, they’ve got that
Celebrate California’s “Down to Earth Month” with Bogle Vineyards
by Pam Baker
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California’s “Down to Earth Month” in April celebrates sustainable winegrowing. As a result, many events will take place across the state to honor this climate-friendly practice. But, I can’t think of a better winery to celebrate than one from my own backyard – Bogle Vineyards. This family-owned winery received the Green Medal Leader Award in
Go-to Recipes for Spring and Summer Gatherings
Are you looking forward to planning a “pitch-in” gathering with a small group of your friends or family members? Since more and more of us have (thankfully!) received our COVID-19 vaccinations, we are feeling freer to finally come together in small groups. Who’s bringing an appetizer? A salad? Dessert? While the host may provide a
Why You’ll Want to Visit CaliPaso Winery and Villa in Paso Robles
by Pam Baker
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If you’re looking for a vacation in Italy without the plane ride, a visit to CaliPaso Winery and Villa in Paso Robles might just be the ticket. Built to look like an Italian villa straight out of Tuscany, CaliPaso offers the perfect place to spend a long weekend. Explore the Courtyard of This Tuscan Villa
The Best of New Mexican Wine: Gruet Sparkling Wine
by Cori Solomon
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New Mexican wine and grape growing started long before the first plantings were seen in California. Almost 400 years ago, circa 1629, the first grapevines planted were along the Rio Grande River by Monks, who brought vines from Spain. One might say the birth of American viticulture started in New Mexico. One long-standing winery in
How To Start A Travel Blog
by FWT Magazine
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Do you like to travel? Do you enjoy taking photos? Do you like to share your adventures? Have you thought of starting a travel blog? There are many advantages to starting a travel blog. A blog can act like your own digital scrapbook or journal by recording your travel adventures in details. Your photos and
Tet Festival – Lunar New Year 2021
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Chinese New Year 2021 falls on Friday, February 12th, 2021. It is the most important public holiday for Chinese people who will get seven days off from work from February 11-17. 2021 is the Year of the Ox. However, in Vietnam and for Vietnamese people anywhere in the world, Tet is the Lunar New Year
A Traditional Chinese New Year
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What comes to mind when you think of Chinese New Year? Great festivals? Lanterns floating up into the night sky? Parades with colorful dragons dancing down the street? That’s what I always thought. What it is really all about and how it is commonly celebrated might surprise you. Recently, we had the opportunity to host
7 Perfect Wine and Chocolate Pairings for This Valentine’s Day
by Pam Baker
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If you’re planning a special Valentine’s Day at home this year, impress your sweetheart by pairing wine with everyone’s favorite sweet treat – chocolate! To help you prepare for this most romantic of all holidays, here are seven wine and chocolate pairings to enjoy with your darling. Kendall-Jackson Wine and Chocolate Pairings I’m fond of
Cheers! Here’s to Texas Wines!
What comes to mind when you think of Texas? Cowboys. Oil. Longhorn cattle. Sports teams. Texas barbeque. What about wine? It may not be “top of mind” but, in fact, Texas ranks fifth in the nation in wine production, behind California, Washington, Oregon and New York. In some ways, Texas wine is a well-kept secret.