This week I am reminded of ALL the ‘wicked cool’ peeps I know and admire in the wine world as my friend, Fred, joins us for a week’s stay in sunny Minneapolis. A Dry Creek, Californian with integrity and passion for his industry. A soul bound and determined to make wines with, well only one… Continue
I teach only what I believe. I believe only what I experience for myself and actually end up feeling, from my own view point. Yes, I teach the facts with every wine class – but in all reality – I also allow folks to ‘experience’ wine from their own point of view. You know why? … Continue
If I had a dime for all the times I’m asked about Minnesota Wine, I’d be a very wealthy lady. Or, if I had a FAQ List of the things I’m asked about coming from a wine basis every nite – What do you think about Minnesota Wine? – would be at the top of… Continue
Looking to do something a little different this year for Mother’s Day when it comes to sweets? I recently discovered owner Cathy Winter and her local fabulous business, Gather Gourmet, just a few months ago. I immediately fell in love with her passion for her craft and her food, it’s delicious! And this month, she’s trying… Continue
Finishing up our fourth and final (at least for this series) chapter of a week long extravaganza of Perfect Pairings~ I invite you to buckle up and take this fabulous weekend journey of all things food and wine with my very good friend, Nick, as he recaps a perfect weekend spent dining, pairing and partaking… Continue
I know you’ve heard me say this a zillion times over in blogs past, but I truly mean it when I say ‘A Sommelier’s Life is never short of Exciting.’ A truly amazing career that allows me to connect with a different group of people on a nightly basis. From the cooking/wine classes I teach… Continue
Since we’re on the topic of Perfect Pairings, I thought I would follow up with two guest blogs I received this week. The first (below) is written by an Amusée fan, who has become a dear, sweet friend of mine ~ Ms. Lindsay. With an unbelievable passion for wine and food – one of my… Continue
Listen to the audio from Leslee’s segment on the Michele Tafoya Show w/ John Hines on WCCO Radio. Talking wines for Valentine’s Day – what wines go with the kind of date you’re about to have… Super fun! 2-14 Leslee Miller on wine by ryanl
While there are many with this title these days from our great neighboring cities…there are only a couple I consider, The Real Deal. And, my friend, Chef Tyge Nelson, is truly one of them. The kid has produced some of THE best food I’ve had in the Twin Cities, let alone the U.S. Seriously. Do… Continue
As many of you know, my year is continually stacked up with events, wine tastings, classes and more for a zillion different styles of wine drinkers. Each event is its own, always different wines, different pairings, cheeses, chocolates, unique foods and more. And the group ‘personality’ always one of a kind! Now, when it comes to… Continue
I have a good friend, Jeannine, who has spent the good part of her year pairing to something quite fun and unusual – Cheesecake! Isn’t that fun? Jeannine, a serious foodie, I knew when I met her…as she sat front row in one of my Cooks of Crocus Hill Classes. Brite eyed and wanting to… Continue
Whether it’s Christmas, New Year’s or the next upcoming holiday to give…might I give a suggestion for a fool-proof way to impress even your finest foodie friends. We gave a few of these out this year and they happened to be a big hit with everyone. Zingerman’s Bacon Club! What the hay is Zingerman’s? The… Continue