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Paige eating sushi paired with wine

Best Wine with Sushi: The Complete Guide to Pairing

Going for sushi is one of my favorite evening outings. And, you better believe wine is always involved, too!  If you’ve ever wondered how to perfectly pair sushi and wine, this is best wine with

Tasting wine at a picnic in Napa

Where to Picnic in Napa: My Favorite Spots

When you think of wine tasting in Napa, you may think of sprawling fields of green filled with picnics and wine. But, this isn’t usually the case. In fact, having a picnic in

8 Wines to Drink While Smashing the Patriarchy

There’s no denying it: the wine world is still consumed by the patriarchy. As of 2022, lead women winemakers make up just 10% of the global wine industry (20% in Santa Barbara County

Lodi Winery and Vineyard

Where to Eat: Best Restaurants in Lodi Wine Country

Looking for the best restaurants in Lodi? California’s Zinfandel grapes thrive in the Lodi wine country, and some of the finest wines are produced in this sprawling region. You can opt for the

a girl posing in front of a Lodi Hotel

Top 5 Hotels to Stay at in Lodi Wine Country

Lodi wine country is a must-visit in California! It sits smack dab in the middle of California’s central valley and is surrounded by over 100,000 acres of vineyards (twice the size of Napa

Connecticut Winery Guide

Connecticut Wineries: Your Complete Guide

A few years ago when I was still living in Manhattan, my then-boyfriend and I drove out from the city for a romantic weekend getaway to explore Connecticut wineries and see what the

Four of the Best Wine Hangover Cures

Your head is ready to explode. Your mouth is dry and filled with a nauseating taste. Your eyes are unable to adjust to the mid afternoon light. You’d rather crawl back into bed

Best Cookbooks for the New Year

Goodbye 2021!  I’ve experienced a lot of exciting new things within the wine world this year. While the beginning of the year was full of uncertainty , I was grateful to see that

Guide to the Best Wineries in Willamette Valley

A Guide to the Best Willamette Wineries Discover the best wineries in Willamette Valley. Willamette Valley – home to arguably the best Pinot Noir in the United States. With 931 vineyards and 736

5 Halloween Cocktails You Need to Try

GUEST POST WRITTEN BY HALEY OROPEZA www.itshaleyoropeza.com October is here! I don’t know about you, but I personally love the whole feel of October. From the cooler weather that allows me to unpack

5 Restaurants to Visit in Napa

Everyone knows that Napa is nothing short of amazing in its wine selections. But, not everyone is aware of their amazing food selections as well! From sushi to burgers, to locally-sourced restaurants. There’s

The Best Dog-Friendly Napa Wineries

Wine & Dogs – the greatest pairing in the world. Did you know that there are some amazing dog-friendly wineries and tasting rooms in Napa? Whether you’re a dog owner, or just want

Thanksgiving Feast

Thanksgiving Wine Guide

Choosing the perfect wine pairing for Thanksgiving can feel complicated… there’s so many different flavors on the table: buttery, creamy potatoes; tart cranberries; stuffing made with any number of ingredients; rich, sweet yams;

31 Halloween Movies & Wine Pairings

Halloween is my all-time favorite holiday. To live it up this season, I’ve come up with 31 spookily delicious Halloween movies and wine pairings to keep the party going, all month long. Pick