26 Years - The World A to Z, Travel, Wine/Cocktails

“X” Ends With Bordeaux

We weren’t typical tourists ... on this trip. This trip showcased the culmination of many lessons learned in our previous travels.

Musings, Travel, Wine/Cocktails

Room With a View

... we “found peace in the cacophony of stimuli.” Such are the thoughts from which blogs are born …

epicuriosity, Musings, Why?, Wine/Cocktails

Why? Who Says Beer Goes With Burgers

Who says you have to have a margarita with your Mexican food? Who says white wine must be served with fish or chicken? Who says you have to have a beer with your bratwurst?

Wine/Cocktails

Meet The Winemaker – Italian Style

We marveled at the deep, elegant, spectacular aromas and the fascinating party of excitement playing out on our taste buds.

Arizona, Wine/Cocktails

Meet the Winemaker

If you’re a wine lover like I am, there’s always a reason to sip a glass … but the chance to get up close and personal with the face behind the wine is rare.

Food, Gratitude and Joy, Wine/Cocktails

Day 341 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Holiday Celebrations

I’m grateful for all celebrations and the excuse to get dressed up and enjoy evenings filled with festive fun and laughter.

Flying, Gratitude and Joy, Wine/Cocktails

Day 247 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Airport Bartenders

... it got me thinking about how tough it must be for airport bartenders.

Gratitude and Joy, Italy, Wine/Cocktails

Day 191 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Il vino è vita

Finally - don’t be afraid to try the local wines. Italians have made an art of creating spectacular wines.

Gratitude and Joy, Italy, Wine/Cocktails

Day 177 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – A Lesson in Wine Tasting

THIS was how wine was to be tasted, and I have to say that even after three decades, I learned that I had been doing it all wrong!

Gratitude and Joy, Wine/Cocktails

Day 73 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Fun With Corks

It was a bare wall that needed something bar-themed to cover it. AHA! I could cover it with wine corks!