Being pregnant during a pandemic is very interesting. One of the downsides, no dry gin martinis. I’d kill for one right about now. Four more months until that is a reality! On the plus side, buying lots of maternity clothes is not necessary. I have nowhere to go and pretty much live in leggings. While … More Spicing Things Up During The Quarantine
It’s been a hot minute since I blogged. You know, life has a way of being very distracting at times. Life is super weird right now. Uncertainty, frustration and cabin fever. I find my time is consumed with listening and watching the news almost obsessively, as things seem to change daily. However, I have to … More Feeling Grateful & Just The Dinner We Knead
In January while tasting wine at Buena Vista Winery, we got to talking to the woman leading our wine tasting and found out she went to school in Virginia. This led to talks about the Virginia wineries and how far they have come in the last few years. She suggested a winery that has been … More A Visit To Stone Tower Winery
It’s the 144th Kentucky Derby and my money is on My Boy Jack! He’s a beautiful colt who’s odds, as of this morning, were 30-1. (UPDATE he’s now 5-1) He’ll post in the 10th spot and is said to be the most experienced 3-year-old out there. With 10 races under his belt, he should be … More Our Boy Jack
“Enjoying fine food and wine at the family table, surrounded by your loved ones and friends, is not just a joy – it’s one of the highest forms of the art of living.” Robert Mondavi I consider myself very lucky. I have a wonderful family who loves to be together. Sunday dinners are common, family … More Andrew Jackson Somerville, Jr June 12, 1929 – June 20, 2017m
I have come to a realization. I have become somewhat of a wine snob. Now, I have prided myself on not being one for years and years. Unfortunately, it has happened to me and I can’t go back. Let me explain. My realization is that I have only become a wine snob with Rose wines. … More Rose All Day, Everyday
Saturday marks the 143rd running of the Kentucky Derby! The Mint Juleps will be flowing, glorious hats and seersucker suits will be flaunted and gazillions will be spent on a race that is very hard to bet on (20 horses). My favorite part is the horses going into the starting gate ready to … More Hats Off to Great Derby Wine
This past weekend, folks around the world celebrated Earth Day — some spending time hiking outside, others marching for Science in Washington, DC. A wonderful and important day to celebrate our Earth and green practices to keep our Earth healthy, clean and thriving. You must be wondering where I am going with this. Obviously in … More Mother Earth will thank you and your taste buds will thank you too!
Forgive me father, for I have sinned… no, wait, no I haven’t, but it’s been a while since my last post. I blame the hustle and bustle of the holidays, then the recovering from the holidays (which takes the entire month of January). Now that we are into February and the recovery is well over … More GREAT NEW LOCATION FOR WINE BUYING? TOTALLY!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! (Cue Andy Williams) Holiday parties up the wazoo, eggnog, Christmas cookies, elbowing your fellow shopper to grab that newest technology, arctic temperatures, did I mention cookies? Whether you’re a Scrooge or a holiday fan, sometimes a glass of wine – to either celebrate the holidays with family … More (A holiday gift for) The Hostess With The Mostest
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