Click on the following link for the complete new Friday Flights lineup, with my preview notes. I’d love to hear what you think! Auberge Friday Flights New Lineup Sept 21, 2012 Melon (the white grape from the Loire Valley used in Muscadet but in this case from Oregon!), Viognier (indigenous to the Rhone Valley in […]
Few places on earth have the view, the food, the service and the amazing wine list that you will find at Auberge du Soleil. It is Nirvana in Napa. I got engaged there, and return often to enjoy the memories and make new ones. Speaking of new, and one–the Auberge Bistro and Bar has introduced […]
As I believe Yogi Berra said, “if there is a fork in the road, take it!” He must have been not just a baseball legend, but a foodie, too. My husband John and I are for sure on that team, and I bet you are, too. We’re lucky to be able to ask our friends […]
Happy Auction Napa Valley week! I thought it would be great to share some videos from my neighborhood, in honor of our annual wine auction that raises millions for local community charities supporting health care, education and more. Chefs Thomas Keller of the French Laundry and Ken Frank of La Toque, and the grande dame […]
In honor of Auction Napa Valley this week, a great video visit to the iconic Robert Mondavi Winery, which is a must-stop on every Napa visitor’s agenda. I am a huge fan of the Robert Mondavi Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, and the Robert Mondavi Fume Blanc, which created the entire Fume Blanc category and remains one […]
Country ham, charred Vidalia onions and sweet Georgia peaches on the same plate? Could we be anywhere but award winning chef Linton Hopkins’ Restaurant Eugene? Would we want to be? NOooooooo! This video will have you booking your flight to Atlanta. Come hungry! Wine, Food, People & Places in this Episode: I am so excited […]
Grits and red-eye gravy? You know you’re in the South! Breakfast at Silver Skillet was awesome and worth the trip to Atlanta itself! Wine, Food, People & Places in this Episode: Click here for more info on the Silver Skillet.
Want to know how to choose a great New York-style steak and prepare it at home? Well, to learn how, I went to the master of meat in New York City, Stanley Lobel of Lobel’s Meats. Stanley is a real Icon in the food world and a dear friend, too. Also, if you happen to […]
Hear about our lunch experience in Atlanta at Taqueria del Sol!
This is the place to get your fix of both southern biscuits and southern charm! Folks line up outside this one, but the smiles and food are worth the wait. Have the creamy-dreamy grits, too! Wine, Food, People & Places in this Episode: Click here for more info on Flying Biscuit Cafe.
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