Aw, I do love this Sangria. With the hot summer day upon us, it’s the perfect time to enjoy a nice, cold glass of my favorite homemade Red Wine Lemon Sangria while I watch the day come to a close on my patio. While I was making this Red Wine Lemon Sangria, I was reminded […]
I’ve little time of late, to do any kind of research on the many fun new wines I’ve come across. That said, I thought you might enjoy hearing about how my wine page came about on my blog. My Wine Page To set the record straight, I am, by no means, a wine expert. Like so many, […]
It’s that time of year and we are all starting to contemplate our many holiday gatherings, parties and family feasts. Then we wonder, what celebration wines should I serve, there so many to choose from. I find myself in the same quandary…
Before I let Scott talk about mulling wine, I would like to congratulate him on his new baby boy. Isn’t that great?! Now I’ll let Scott get on with it. Thanks Susan. Although a crisp white or a room-temperature red is great at any time of the year, the chilly months of October through February sometimes have us wine lovers wishing for something that can warm us up a bit inside.
Have ever thought about wine corks? One of the most common questions I got at the wineries I worked had very little to do with the wine. It was this: Which are better… natural corks or synthetic corks? This is quite the tricky question, and I’d usually have to dance around the answer.
For those of us who love coffee, finding or making a good cup of coffee is a constant quest. Many moons ago I made a decision to find a way to make a GOOD cup of coffee at home. I didn’t have the time or resources to always go to Starbucks, and I got tired of the mediocre stuff that was coming out of my coffee maker…
Have you ever had homemade limoncello? If you haven’t you’re really in for a treat. Where did this inspiration for homemade limoncello come from? I happened on a show where Giada De Laurentiis was showcasing her recipe. Off I went to do some research. Limoncello is a uniquely Italian lemon liqueur, the second most popular liqueur in Italy.
Who doesn’t love a nice glass of sangria? This white wine lemon sangria is not what one thinks of as traditional sangria. Sangria is most often associated with Spain or Portugal. The traditional recipes consist of red or white wine, a sweetener, a small amount of brandy and sliced or chopped fruits consisting of citrus, stone fruits, berries or any fruit you desire…
Regardless of whether you’re a wine connoisseur or just entering the scene, a wine festival is a great way to expand your knowledge of wines. OK, who are we kidding? It’s a great way to TASTE a wide variety of wines without driving all over the place. This simple guide covers everything from how to pace yourself and not overdo it…