Summer’s in full swing and we’re relaxing on the back porch with a nice cool glass of Sangria! Ooooh ya, pour me some of that!
Traditionally an iced wine beverage made from red wine and fruit, sangria derives its name from the Spanish word for blood (sangre) – now don’t be too grossed out, let’s think blood oranges, yes? And the color of blood, like red wine, is, well, RED.
SO, Sangria – a super refreshing and full-bodied bowl of tipsy fruit in a glass. YUM. Let’s make some!
Hey, while you’re looking at these recipes, think about a sweet little wine fridge you could store all this yummy sangria in… =)
An outdoor kitchen is all the rage whether you have a small strip of lawn and itty bitty patio, a grand old backyard complete with pool, or maybe something in between. Whatever the case, if you’re loving the oven outdoors, you need some inspiration to get started! Grilling on the back porch just got a little fancier!
With all of these inspirational ideas you definitely don’t want to forget the addition of a wine fridge! Check these reviewed and recommended wine fridges…
I’ve gathered some fun ideas to make your outdoor kitchen incredible! So string up the patio lights and turn up the tunes ‘cuz we’re gonna fire up the barbie…
A built in wine fridge can give a nice, seamless look to your space. Check out some of these best rated units!
Wine and Chocolate Pairing…a love story of Cocoa and Vino
It can be a blissful occasion and a union of tantalizing flavors that complement each other in Wine and Chocolate Pairing, a.k.a. Cocoa-Vino matrimony. As February has been deemed the month of all things hearts and cupids and you are guilted compelled by the lure of commercialization to purchase that glossy red box of confectionary delights and a glistening bottle of wine to accompany, take note! Not all Cocoas will play nice with all Vinos…and vice versa.
We’ve all felt stuck when it comes to buying a gift for that person on your list who seems to have everything. The last thing you want to be guilty of is adding to someone’s stuff pile.
You want to find a unique gift that will surprise and delight your friends… especially the wine expert ones.
Look no further! – here you will find a unique and classy wine gift for the wine aficionado on your list this season.
What IS the BEST Wine Cooler, anyway? Like any purchase-able item in America, we have too many options to choose from. This can make decision-making “easy” in the sense that you can choose what suits you best. But it can also make researching a product very time-consuming and grueling because there are a million options to choose from. Right?
What IS the BEST Wine Cooler, anyway? Like any purchase-able item in America, we have too many options to choose from. This can make decision-making “easy” in the sense that you can choose what suits you best. But it can also make researching a product very time-consuming and grueling because there are a million options to choose from. Right?
Cabernet Sauvignon 101
To become a master of anything, you first need to know the basics. That’s why I’m embarking on a Wine 101 Series to get to know our grapes better.
Without going all text book-y on you, my goal is to give you a taste of the history behind some of the more well-known wines and then throw in a few rogue varieties just to mix things up a bit – which, really, is another series all together ie) blends. So without further adieu, let’s start with one of my favorites: Cabernet Sauvignon.
How Rosy is your Rose Wine?
What the Pink says about your Drink…
In the heat of a summer’s evening, sitting out on your back porch, mingling with close friends while the men guard the BBQ, you enjoy a glass of that crisp, fruity, blushing drink we call Rose Wine. But just how rosy is your rosé? Is it the pretty in pink type? Maybe a lovely aubergine hue? Or perhaps a sunset orange color? The color of your blushing glass reveals how your Rosé was produced and what variety of grape was used.
