Scott and I are not fancy wine people. Between the two of us neither knew what the term sommelier meant and I will admit here and now that we had to look it up in the dictionary. But that in no way... Read more >>

Wine! That delicious libation known for its health benefits, as well as for its ability to make any occasion special, will be the center of attention over Memorial Day weekend in... Read more >>

1. Plan your visit well. Pack maps, bring (or research where to purchase) food and water, stash a blanket if there are picnicking facilities, tote sunglasses, and sunscreen if you’re in a warm... Read more >>

Okay, so I’ve been reading too many advice columns about how to get more attention for my blog (my number one New Year’s resolution). So in this one, I’m going to take pity on my... Read more >>

At a charity wine auction I attended recently, someone jokingly put a bottle of infamous Thunderbird Wine on the $100 table, with its 99 cent price tag brazenly still stuck to the top of the bottle. I... Read more >>

Most people assume that Napa is best for romantic getaways. Indeed, but it is also an excellent venue for family weekends away. Step one is finding a family-friendly place to stay. Good news, a... Read more >>

July Reading Glasses Book Selections and Wines: 1. In the Kitchen: A Novel (Hardcover) by Monica Ali A new novel by the author of Brick Lane would have normally caught our attention but the fact... Read more >>

When I think of Napa Valley, the first images that come to mind are endless hills of vines, tasting rooms that seem to all look alike, limos full of inebriated yuppies, and tourists buying expensive... Read more >>

The best salmon and American brews you’ve ever tasted. An über bike-friendly, short drive to wind-surfing capital of the world, a hidden surfer’s cove, and dozens of the world’s... Read more >>

There’s something to be said for alliteration, and a goofy group of giggling girls just couldn’t resist the appeal of a Walla Walla Winery Weekend. First of all, I love wine. I love... Read more >>