One of the most distinguished and long-standing wine brands in Alsace, France is Lucien Albrecht. This winery produces wine styles such as Cremant d’Alsace Brut Rosé, Cremant d’Alsace Blanc de Blanc, and a variety of white wines. These wines are very important to the region, and as one of the top producers, it’s important for the […]
Sommelier, Private Chef, & Food and Wine Pairing Expert in NYC! Sara is a Wine Writer, Wine Ambassador, and Wine Consultant specializing in pairings, parties, entertaining and education.
Female winemakers are making some fierce moves within the wine industry. I have a passion for sharing wines I love as well as showcasing some top female talent and Truvée Wines by the McBride sisters are some Central Coast wines you will want to try! Truvée comes from the French verb “to find,” and it tells the […]
Sommelier, Private Chef, & Food and Wine Pairing Expert in NYC! Sara is a Wine Writer, Wine Ambassador, and Wine Consultant specializing in pairings, parties, entertaining and education.
I’m starting something new for the Spring and Summer months on this site. Every friday of these sunny seasons I will be showcasing a new Rosé: Rosé Friday! Not only is this the perfect excuse to drink this versatile and fun wine every weekend, but its a great way to showcase some really fun, vibrant, and […]
Sommelier, Private Chef, & Food and Wine Pairing Expert in NYC! Sara is a Wine Writer, Wine Ambassador, and Wine Consultant specializing in pairings, parties, entertaining and education.
Imagine stepping into a dimly lit beach fantasy. White sand, art, flowers, trees draped with beautiful lights, tables with linens, and the ocean staring straight back at you. You sit down to have a fantastic meal on the beach, enjoy a nice crisp glass of wine, and listen to the waves crash 100 feet before […]
Sommelier, Private Chef, & Food and Wine Pairing Expert in NYC! Sara is a Wine Writer, Wine Ambassador, and Wine Consultant specializing in pairings, parties, entertaining and education.
Erik Greenberg Anjou producer of the film Deli Man: a delicious documentary inside the Jewish Delicatessen world showcasing this tradition which we all know, love, and devour. Nothing beats an amazing Pastrami Sandwich right? The warm tender meat, carefully seasoned and slow cooked to perfection and “sandwiched” in between two fresh slices of rye bread, slathered with […]
Sommelier, Private Chef, & Food and Wine Pairing Expert in NYC! Sara is a Wine Writer, Wine Ambassador, and Wine Consultant specializing in pairings, parties, entertaining and education.
There are plenty of beaches in Aruba as you must assume, but there is one beach in particular that is a must see on your travels to this friendly Caribbean island. Manchebo Beach is one of the best spots for sun, fun, and spas. Enjoy a relaxing day in the sand, look out into the […]
Sommelier, Private Chef, & Food and Wine Pairing Expert in NYC! Sara is a Wine Writer, Wine Ambassador, and Wine Consultant specializing in pairings, parties, entertaining and education.
Sun, Surf, and Wine! Italy has quite the surfing culture, did you know? When I heard the story behind this Italian wine I was amazed and intrigued that these wines are inspired by the surf culture in Italy. Filmmaker Jason Baffa has traveled the globe with his friends and a film-camera. He creates films about […]
Sommelier, Private Chef, & Food and Wine Pairing Expert in NYC! Sara is a Wine Writer, Wine Ambassador, and Wine Consultant specializing in pairings, parties, entertaining and education.
For New Yorkers, getting time to get back with nature can be difficult to schedule when you live in a concrete jungle. The city that never sleeps makes it hard for people to unplug for a weekend and just take in life, rejuvenate, and explore. Fall is the perfect time for camping (if you enjoy […]
Sommelier, Private Chef, & Food and Wine Pairing Expert in NYC! Sara is a Wine Writer, Wine Ambassador, and Wine Consultant specializing in pairings, parties, entertaining and education.
Two years ago I went to Aruba on vacation. A simple and tropical relaxing week awaited me and little did I know that I would meet a man who would completely change my Aruba experience forever. Sitting on the beach, randomly reading the Aruba Daily, I stumbled upon an article about Michela Domonici, and a […]
Sommelier, Private Chef, & Food and Wine Pairing Expert in NYC! Sara is a Wine Writer, Wine Ambassador, and Wine Consultant specializing in pairings, parties, entertaining and education.
Santa Barbara wine country is stunning. The Wine Bloggers Conference was my first trip not only to California, but also to one of these conferences and I can honestly say that I am hooked. Santa Barbara is well known for having some fantastic wines in which the wine makers themselves are welcoming, inviting, and some […]
Sommelier, Private Chef, & Food and Wine Pairing Expert in NYC! Sara is a Wine Writer, Wine Ambassador, and Wine Consultant specializing in pairings, parties, entertaining and education.
Joseph Carr, the second I received the invitation to a lunch with him and Gary Sinise I was celebrity stricken and a little shocked. What an honor to meet both of these incredible men, and I get to sit with them and have lunch! Yes, a celebrity in my mind are the wine makers I meet […]
Sommelier, Private Chef, & Food and Wine Pairing Expert in NYC! Sara is a Wine Writer, Wine Ambassador, and Wine Consultant specializing in pairings, parties, entertaining and education.
Greek wines are making their ways into consumers hearts and restaurants menus lately. Eventsy, a wonderful networking events company recently had a Greek wine tasting hosted by Eklektikon. This food and wine pairing social was packed because these wines are very food friendly, inviting, and have wonderful aromatics! The Greek, on Greenwich Street is a […]
Sommelier, Private Chef, & Food and Wine Pairing Expert in NYC! Sara is a Wine Writer, Wine Ambassador, and Wine Consultant specializing in pairings, parties, entertaining and education.
