Lisbon is an incredible town with loads of history, tons of hills and some incredible food and wine. We were so lucky to spend six days there this summer……..because we crashed a honeymoon! Our great friends, Neal and David were married in Denver last August and had a delayed honeymoon scheduled. When I mentioned that […]
Texas Summer White Wine Pairings
It’s summer in Texas, and the best way to spend a hot day is with a bottle of chilled white wine and your favorite food. Pedernales cellars makes some of my favorite Texas whites, and I’m going to pair them with delicious dishes for you to enjoy. One of my favorite things about the world […]
Wine Events of the Week–Austin May 29 to June 5, 2019
It’s Italian Cucina–Hosts Free Wine Tasting on Thursday, May 30, 2019, from 5 to 7 PM. Join certified sommelier, Heather Falvo (me!) for a free tasting of Italian wines on the patio. Travis Heights Wine & Spirits–Hosts May Free Weekly Wine + Spirit Tastings on Thursday, May 30, 2019 from 5 to 8 PM. Join […]
Wine Events of the Week–Austin May 22 to May 29, 2019
It’s Italian Cucina–Hosts Free Wine Tasting on Thursday, May 23, 2019, from 5 to 7 PM. Join certified sommelier, Heather Falvo (me!) for a free tasting of Italian wines on the patio. This week will feature some banging bubbles! We’ve got a Franciacorta and a sparkling Rosé to share along with a Trebbiano from Lombardy. […]
Wine Events of the Week–Austin Apr. 24 to May 1, 2019
It’s Italian Cucina–Hosts Tour di Veneto Tasting on Thursday, April 25, 2019, from 5 to 7 PM. Enjoy a free tasting of Italian wines on the patio. This week will feature a Prosecco, a Rosé and a red blend all from the Veneto region. The Wine and Food Foundation of Texas–Hosts The Lure of the […]
Wine Events of the Week–Austin Apr. 17 to Apr. 24, 2019
The Wine and Food Foundation of Texas–Hosts The More You Know About Malbec on Wednesday, April 17, 2019 for two sessions at 4 to 5:30 PM and 6 to 7:30 PM. Join wine educator Mark Rashap for a lively discussion about the origins of and the modern expression of the grape while sampling sips of […]
Wine Events of the Week–Austin Apr. 3 to Apr. 10, 2019
III Forks Prime Steakhouse–Hosts First Wednesday Wine Tasting on Wednesday, April 3, 2019, from 5 to 7 PM. Enjoy 6 samples of wine and hors-d’oeuvres for $25. The featured region of the month is Sonoma. Please call 512-474-1776 to RSVP. Siena Ristorante Toscana–Hosts Silver Oak and Twomey Wine Dinner on Wednesday, April 3, 2019 from […]
Falvo’s in Flight
Well hello, my little pretties. Ending another fabulous meal at Intero with their house made salted caramel and triple chocolate truffles. Come on, how much better can it get? Oh, I could have a tiny glass of Cardamaro from the most extensive Amaro list in the state! I’m in! Intero is my go to oasis […]
Wine Events of the Week–Austin Dec. 5 to Dec. 12, 2018
Osteria Pronto–Hosts Orin Swift Wine Dinner on Wednesday, December 5, 2018 from 6:30 to 10 PM. Enjoy a fabulous five-course meal paired with wines from esteemed St. Helena producer, Orin Swift. Register here. For additional information or to RSVP by phone or email call Joni Grossman at 512-608-4489 or email: Joni.Grossman@whitelodging.com. It’s Italian Cucina–Hosts 1/2 […]
Wine Events of the Week–Austin Oct. 24 to Oct. 31, 2018
The Infinite Monkey Theorem–Hosts Austin: Texas Wine Month Par-Tay! on Wednesday, October 24, 2018 from 7 to 10 PM. Enjoy $3 cans of wine, $6 glasses of Merlot and free tacos while listening to music from Nick Swift. It’s Italian Cucina–Hosts 1/2 Price Bottles of Wine on Wednesday, October 24, 2018 from 4-7 PM. Enjoy […]