Just off the southern tip of Italy you will find the island of Sicily where wines have been crafted for centuries. Plenty of sunshine, limited rainfall and coastal breezes make this an ideal place to make wine. Laurie will introduce you to a few of...
The Town of Centreville has teamed up with the Maryland Wineries Association for its fifth celebration of local makers at DrinkMaryland. The annual, open-air market featuring juried artisans, local food, live music, and craft alcohol will be hosted at Courthouse Square on Saturday, June 18....
Join Girls’ Guide to Paris & Beyond’s founder, Doni Belau, & your own wine coach, Laurie Forster, on a gastronomic romp through Willamette Valley where we’ll have a chance to learn more about wine with – wait for it – not only a wine coach...
Let’s shake things up with a virtual tasting of 2 classic cocktails just in time for summer soirees. Learn how with just a few ingredients, you can create a tasty libation for summer and beyond. Laurie will be joined by Natalie Brewer of Vintage414.com in...
Join Laurie for a virtual tasting that explores the wine road less travelled. Learn about up and coming regions you might not think of when restocking your wine rack. She'll also explore new packaging options for wine include lighter glass bottles, cans, premium boxes and...
Gruner Veltliner, Riesling and Pinot Noir are just a few of the grapes that make amazing wine in Austria. A favorite region to Somms around the world Austria is home to legendary wines that over deliver as far as value and are uber food friendly....
Join Laurie for a few of her favorite wines under $20 that are sure to chase away your inflation blues. Find out the tricks wine pros know to save money on wine but not give up quality. We'll taste value priced bubbly, whites and reds...
Perfect Pairings Join us on November 8 at Cattail Creek Country Club for a sommelier-curated wine-tasting experience benefitting the Breast Center at Howard County General Hospital. Tasting Experience – includes cocktails, spirits, and mocktails perfectly paired with delicious cuisine. $150 of your ticket purchase is...
Join Laurie for a tasting that goes explores Cru Beaujolais which is produced from one of the top 10 Cru villages in the region. Nouveau wines are fun and fruity whereas these are more serious reds that can be cellared. Some say that Gamay based...
Let's celebrate the season with a few of Laurie's favorite sparkling wines! As you sip sparkling wines from all over the globe, you will learn why bubbles are one of the hottest trends in wine in the U.S. right now Along the way, you’ll also...