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 […]
Spanish wine
Falvo’s in Flight
Finally made it to Morcilla in my hometown of Pittsburgh. Bon Appetite Magazine put them on the top ten list of best new restaurants for 2016. Chef Justin Severino has created an intimate, authentic tapas experience in the Lawrenceville neighborhood with his house cured charcuterie leading the way. The chorizo with dates and cabrales cheese […]
Falvo’s in Flight
We discovered this Botani Old Vines Moscatel at G’Raj Mahal and paired it last night with a spicy clam sauce pasta and melon and prosciutto. This is a fascinating, fully dry Moscatel from Malaga. The nose reminded me of the pink plastic container of facial powder with a big puff inside that my grandmother had […]
Wine Events of the Week–Austin Aug. 30 to Sep. 6, 2017
Italic–Hosts Rosé Party on Wednesday August 30, 2017 from 4:30 to 6:30 PM. Enjoy still and sparkling rosé or Aperol Spritz from their “Spritz Station.” Focaccia sandwiches and pizza will be served. Tickets are $12 available in link or $15 at the door. Wine Belly–Hosts Free Tasting with Pago de Larrea on Wednesday August 30, […]