This chart from Pew Research tells you why the U.S. desperately needs a vibrant food and wine culture: 73% of Americans say its very
Category: Wine Culture
Hope for Aging Wine and Food Geeks
I probably cannot be accused of writing posts that are upbeat and cheery. But this article got me feeling chipper so I thought I would
Terroir is Not a Myth
I haven’t had the chance to read Mark A. Mathews’ book Terroir and Other Myths of Winegrowing. But if Tom Wark’s summary of the argument
The Family Winemaking Lie
Earlier this week I linked approvingly to a story about a young winemaker who pointed out how conventional and boring California wine is becoming. I
No More Boring Wines!
I recently was a wine judge at an event featuring California wines. Most of the Napa wineries were promoting Cabernet Sauvignon as their top wine.
How to Pair Food and Wine
Food and wine pairing can get complicated but if you follow these simple principles you will avoid disasters and find pairings that are always acceptable.
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 