2025 Fall Wine, Glassware & Gifting Guide!
This year’s fall guide is the biggest I’ve ever done! It took a lot of [...]
A Journey with Iron Horse Vineyards!
There are some wineries that make an impression, and then there are wineries like Iron [...]
A VIP Welcome at Fox Run Vineyards – My Riesling Camp Kickoff!
Back in May, I had the absolute pleasure of visiting Fox Run Vineyards in the [...]
White Wine Won: A Pairing Guide to the Ultimate At-Home Seafood Boil!
This weekend, I experienced something totally new — my very first seafood boil. And spoiler [...]
A Culinary & Cultural Journey at La Contenta Oeste, NYC!
On a recent business trip to New York City, I had the absolute pleasure of [...]
Summer in a Glass: Discovering the Elegance of Collavini Wines
This past spring, I had the pleasure of attending a virtual tasting with the historic [...]
A Nordic Night to Remember: Scandinavian Cuisine Meets Global Wines & Artisan Olive Oil!
On July 1st in NYC, we dove headfirst into a flavor journey that was as [...]
Somm-Approved Prime Day Picks!
Somm-Approved Prime Day Picks: Boards, Wine Tools, Hydration & Wellness Must-Haves! It’s Prime Day, which [...]
Discovering Goot Essa: A Pennsylvania Cheesemaker Rooted in Tradition and Taste!
Photo via Gootessa.com As a sommelier and food educator, I’m always drawn to [...]
Mother’s Day Essentials: Needs, Wants, & Must Haves To Make Her Happy!
Mother's Day is almost here, and that means it's time to pour, pair, and picnic [...]
Origami Sake: Arkansas-Born Elegance With a Japanese Soul
When you think of premium sake, your mind might wander to the misty mountains of [...]
Sipping With Intention: Kind of Wild Wines
As we dive into the season of long sunny days, backyard dinners, and warm evening [...]