With his Sideshow Bob-esque gray mane and heavy metal roadie demeanor, Smith is not your typical wine nerd.

The evening air was sultry, especially for early May. Everything smelled of sweet honeysuckle as we made our way into the church.  This was Augusta, Georgia.  And a group of long time friends had gathered here for one big fat Southern wedding that  none of us are ever likely to forget. Six months ago when……

I fancy myself somewhat of a domestic goddess. Le Creuset pots make me giddy. I own a Microplane and use it frequently to zest freshness into new dishes inspired by the Food Network. I even attempt to grow herbs on the concrete foot wide protrusion my landlord calls a balcony. So, when I heard that a……

The term “going Dutch” doesn’t exactly conjure up images of tulips, windmills and little wooden shoes, but after spending time exploring the Dutch countryside, I am here to tell you that such a phrase gives Holland a bad rap.  This charming country has lots to offer by way of history and aesthetics.  And ahem…from what……

When I used to think American cheese, I thought Velveeta and Kraft. I’m not sure I’ve ever ordered American cheese, except for when topping a burger or deli sandwich. And never with wine…But not anymore.  I recently attended the Charleston Food + Wine festival, and became a believer in the elegance of good ole American……

Having heard that downtown Angelenos have been coming in droves to the newly opened Bottega Louie, I arrived at 11:15am five days later hoping to miss the crowd.  Much to my happiness, I had plenty of room to peruse the 10,000 square foot space of restaurant, bar and gourmet mini market that includes everything from……