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
Celebrate the 4th of July in style with…Rosé! Check out my latest column in Artful Living Magazine’s Summer Edition regarding this rosey subject with a few recommendations as to my favs this summer. Coming up Rosés!
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
Funny how life brings us to where we are. Just 4 and 1/2 years ago, I sat in an office perched above the Dundee Hills of the Willamette Valley. My life, belonging to one of the most coveted Oregon wineries, was quite…as I look back at it…a pretty kick ass life. Director to one of… Continue
Summer brings out the best in our grilling skills, doesn’t it? While hot dogs and hamburgers are a quick and easy way to satisfy your inner grill master, why not whip up a fabulous marinade to throw on your favorite cut of meat, throw it on and call it good? Here, in Cooking Club Magazine, is… Continue
Wishing you all a super duper summer so far! Wanted to fill you all in on one amazing event coming up here in the next couple of weeks. I am organizing an event with the ladies of Minneapolis’s Casa Verde Design Studio to put on one outstanding event for a phenomenal charity, The Smile Network On… Continue
Planning your summer can be a pretty tough job. With all that sneaks up on you, before you know it – the summer will be half way over and you’ll be wondering where it all went. So before it all gets away from you, start planning for some of the summer’s most fun wine events… Continue
I love summer! Yes, I know we went from late winter to just about practically July, but I don’t care. I love the heat, the smell that the humidity gives the air and more. There isn’t much I don’t appreciate about the hot summer sun on my face. Yet, one of my favorite things about… Continue
Don’t miss out on this spectacular summer kick off at Wayzata CC this Friday! Are you a member? What are you waiting for? Sign up and get in for one of the summer’s hottest club events… It’s Time for Wine! Our Summer Wine Lawn Party is on Friday, June 3rd and I wanted to make… Continue
I’m just a good Midwestern girl at heart – ready to take on, explore and DISCOVER WISCONSIN with you! Discover Wisconsin is looking for a new host and I think I’m that person. Equipped with sensibility, sass, wit and style – I want to be YOUR NEW DISCOVER WISCONSIN HOST! Check out my ‘American Woman’… 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