Fabulous Tips for a Perfectly Paired Valentine’s Day A Perfect bottle of Pink Bubbly to pair to a hot drawn bath ~ Try Nicolas Feuillatte’s Brut Rosé Champagne (approx $50) Toasted, yeasty and aromatic with supple strawberries A Fabulous bottle of Pinot Noir to pair to a home cooked dinner ~ Try Chamisal ‘Califa’ Pinot… Continue
As you know, I’m all about wine – I drink it, dream it, teach it, taste it, pair it and write it. However, as a sommelier, I’m reminded that basically ‘All things Wet’ (in the way of beverages) fall into my area of expertise. This includes spirit, beer, tea, coffee and sake. A lot to… Continue
Looking to find a few fun things to do for the remainder of the winter and into the spring? Named some of the Twin Cities ‘Most popular things to do for Singles, Couple and even Families’ (sorry, adults only!) Shake a tail feather and get on it, these classes sell out fast! Check out a… Continue
Shouldn’t say, ‘I told ya so’…but, ‘I TOLD YOU SO!’ The Packers rallied it up, ARodg took the Green and the Gold to the end zone and that’s one fat Super Bowl Title under our belts! While the anticipation was high for yesterday’s game, there were many hi-lites to the day other than just winning. With a couple… Continue
Tomorrow is Game Day folks! That’s right, your favorite Green & Gold Team is here to take the title. So with just under 24 hours to prepare, I set out to whip up a few of my favorite football favorites to prep ahead time for tomorrow’s celebration. While I certainly do not declare myself a… Continue
Looking for a few good wines for your upcoming Valentine’s Day dinner? Why not head into the Tuscan section? Here, the grape Sangiovese is KING and my golly, it’s a beauty. Instead of always reaching for those American Cabernets to suit your celebration, head into the unknown. Tuscany, an amazing region full of diversity. While… Continue
Aphrodisiac Wine Dinner Tuesday February 15th 2011 At Cafe Ena 4601 Grand Ave S, Minneapolis (www.cafeena.net) For the Love of Food Not up for battling those lovers’ crowds on VDay? Why not head out one night later, and make it a ‘more the merrier’ kind of event! Bring your lover, your best pals or a… Continue
Let’s just start by saying: Not that I have a whole lot to complain about this week, with my PACKERS GOING TO THE SUPER BOWL, and all. But…I have to tell you, sometimes these frigid Midwestern temps get the best of me. The only words I seem to hear on Kare11 these days are ‘Arctic… Continue
After another crazy exhausting weekend of work, I settle in this morning with my usual English muffin and peanut butter along with my giant mugged latte. I haven’t headed outside yet and I don’t really plan to venture far today, as I’ll spend my morning indoors with my hubby and small petting zoo (2 cats… Continue
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
The World of Whacked Wine… Here it is. All laid out for you. Remember ALL of those bottles with the crazy wine labels I was forced to drink over a month ago and put up my YouTube Video discussing it? Well, here it is in print, now as a columnist for Artful Living Magazine. Check… Continue