Leave it to Austin to turn a sleepy food and wine festival into a massive party. I had last attended the festival (which was then called the Texas Hill Country Food and Wine Festival) many years ago when you could still buy an individual ticket to the Grand Taste. It was held on Sunday afternoon […]
Wine Events of the Week-Austin May 3 to May 10, 2017
Twin Liquors–at Hancock Center will host a “Run for the Rosé” tasting from 5:30-8 PM on Wednesday, May 3, 2017. FREE and open to the public. Central Standard–hosts Dina Mondavi, co-founder of Michael Mondavi Family Estate Wines on Wednesday, May 3, 2017 from 7 to 10 PM. A five course menu with pairings will be […]
Wine Events of the Week-Austin Apr. 26 to May 3, 2017
3Ten–hosts the Wine Down on Wednesday April 26, 2017 from 5-8 PM. Dreaming Tree Wines, and bites by Alimentari 28 will be served while Jonathon Terrell plays. Italic–-hosts a FREE Paolo Scavino tasting in the cafe from 4:30-6:30 PM on Thursday April 27, 2017. Four wines from the Scavino Estate in Piedmont, Italy will be […]
Charles Krug Winery-Napa Valley, California
The Charles Krug Winery is truly a Napa Valley institution. Founded in 1861, Charles Krug produced some of California’s first varietally labeled wine, established the St. Helena Viticultural Association and opened the Valley’s first tasting room in 1882. The winery was purchased in 1943 by the family of Cesare and Rosa Mondavi. Brothers Peter Sr. […]
Wine Events of the Week-Austin Apr. 20 to Apr. 26, 2017
Vespaio–hosts a five course Italian dinner paired with wines from Bruno Rocca of Barbaresco. $150, reservations by phone at 512-441-6100. Thursday April 20, 2017. It’s Italian Market–hosts a Tour D’Italia tasting this Friday April 21, 2017 from 6-8PM at the shop. They will offer samples of Vernaccia DOCG from Tuscany, Montepulciano DOP from Abruzzo, and […]
Shaya–New Orleans
This was one of the most unexpected delights of my New Orleans trip. I had been seeing Shaya on many “best of” lists for about two years, but really didn’t know how I’d love an Israeli restaurant in my favorite creole and seafood town. I was convinced by the time we landed on this trip, […]
Wine Events of the Week-Austin Apr. 11 to Apr. 15, 2017
The Whip Inn–hosts Jazzy Wine Wednesday on April 12, 2017 from 7-8:30 PM. The Jon Klekman Trio will play and wines will be offered at 50% off at the wine bar and 20% off to go wine. Vine Vault–hosts winemaker Kirk Venge on Thursday, April 13, 2017 at 6:30 PM. Kirk will pour his family […]
Falvo’s in Flight….
With my new pal, John Prager @pragerwinery. The family owned winery produces dry, still wines, but is known for their ports, which were made largely from traditional port varietals and some from Petit Sirah. The ports and late harvest Riesling were delicious. We also got to see a one hundred trillion dollar note from Zimbabwe […]
Falvo’s in Flight….
Abraxas @rsvnapa. A lovely Alsatian style blend of Gewürztraminer, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris and Riesling. Well balanced, aromatic with apples, pear and tropical fruit. This would pair great with a porch and a hot summer day. It was also really nice with the cheese and snack plate @rsvnapa. #falvosflights #napavalleylife #daydrinking #alsatian #mobile
Falvo’s in Flight….
Copia @theculinaryinstituteofamerica, Napa Valley. Beautifully composed small plates are presented for choosing with recommended wine pairings. Chef’s table seating offers a view of all the action. Fire roasted cauliflower with crispy fried caper chips for saltiness, raisins to add sweetness and dill. Paired with Fritz Gunderloch Rheinhessen Riesling. #falvosflights #finedining #napavalleylife #eatallthethings #mobile