Stay at home mom, lover of wine
I love a good crisp wine all the time, but especially when the temperatures soar. In a wine store with a wide variety, I’ll pick up something from the Loire Valley, Saumur or Muscadet, perhaps. I love a good Picpoul Blanc. But for grocery store grabs, and any occasion actually, I go for Sauvignon Blanc. […]
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{These wines were received as media samples, no other compensation. Thoughts, opinions are my own.} While Argentina’s Mendoza region may not be synonymous with sparkling wine, their bubbles should be on your list of wines to explore. I recently sampled two sparklers which far outshine their price point. Produced in the Charmat method, priced around […]
Read More{Wines were provided as media samples. I received no other compensation. Thoughts, opinions are my own} Spring fever, spring cleaning, spring green. Spring brings renewal, a time to revive healthy habits, a time for new life. One of the changes around my home since last spring is my husband’s decision to give up meat, eggs, […]
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Spring is in full swing, the temps have been rising but your price point doesn’t have to to get a great bottle of wine. It’s been a while since I’ve covered Monday wines. The truth is, I haven’t been drinking as much. If I have, it has been on the weekend, thus Weekend Wines. Saturday was Ladies’ […]
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I have a confession. I am reminded of this shortcoming every holiday season. The family gathers, appetizers are prepared, it is time to open something. And I freeze. On one shoulder there is the angel saying, “Share that one. It is divine and will go smashingly. It is the holidays, after all.” On the other […]
Read MoreOne of the joys of writing about wine is, indeed, the packages that arrive requiring a signature. Some are expected, others are not. Each time, it is a little like Christmas. You may have a good idea of what is inside, but there is always a little flutter of expectation with the slicing of the […]
Read MoreWhat is it about bubbles? Is it the anticipation? The way they reflect the light with swirling colors? Perhaps it is the challenge of blowing the biggest bubble or the chase as they float out of reach. Children of all ages can easily become absorbed in the magic on a sunny afternoon. That doesn’t change in […]
Read MoreLast Tuesday I cooked my final dinner in the former version of my kitchen. Since I moved in nearly nine years ago, actually since my then-boyfriend moved in ten years ago, I have wanted to make some major changes. The original tile and cabinets, the laminate countertops, the horrid pantry all had to go. I did the […]
Read MoreThere was a time when a meatless meal would be cause for a mini-revolt. But I’ve gotten better at creating delicious, satisfying vegan meals and my husband’s gotten better about not complaining. Less meat is just better for your health and the environment. It’s a win-win. Less is more. There was a time when my day […]
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