Wine for the Times: Amarone
Wine drinkers often believe the myth that all wines improve with age. In fact, most wines that we purchase are built to be consumed within one to five years. ...
30 March, 2011
Spring Pairings on Martha Stewart Radio
The He Cooks She Wines® team of Laurie and Michael Forster visited Janette Barber at Martha Stewart Radio recently to discuss some delicious spring pairings.Michael created three gourmet hors d'oeuvres that are easy to create and Laurie paired each with a wine she discovered on her recent trip to...
28 March, 2011
Spring Pairings with Loire Valley Wine Finds
Marquis de Goulaine Rose d’Anjou 2009 ...
15 March, 2011
Gourmet Getaway in the Poconos
Growing up in New Jersey I thought the Poconos was synonymous with honeymoons that featured heart shaped tubs and the haunting jingle of the Mt Airy Lodge commercials. So if you are looking for a romantic weekend getaway full of gourmet food, world class wine...
15 February, 2011
Romantic Pairings
Looking to create a romantic evening for Valentine’s Day? Consider a wine and chocolate pairing. High-quality, artisanal chocolate is key to creating an amazing pairing, so I consulted with Baltimore’s chocolate maven, Susannah Siger of Ma Petite Shoe, who suggested a few chocolates from up-and-coming...
25 January, 2011
The Skinny on Chocolate and Wine
Fifty-eight million pounds and over $345 million dollars—that’s the amount of chocolate purchased the week ofcredit m_bartoschValentine’s Day. So, chances are, if you have a valentine (or even if you don’t) you are going to be indulging in some chocolate on Cupid’s Day. ...
19 January, 2011
Decanting: What’s the deal?
Ever wonder when you are supposed to use that beautiful decanter on your shelf? Don't worry, you're not alone. There are many different opinions about when to decant wine. Some people advocate decanting only older wines while others see benefits from decanting young reds. I...
10 January, 2011
2011 Resolution: Drink More Champagne
These are said to have been the last words of John Maynard Keynes, English economist and father of macroeconomics. For a wine to have so profoundly touched the heart of this famous number cruncher there must be something magical about this beverage. Although there is...
30 December, 2010
The Gift of Wine
Wine is a perfect, thoughtful gift for many occasions. Here are some tips to make sure your offering is welcome: Always tasteful. From housewarmings to birthdays, French Champagne or nice sparkling wine like Italian Prosecco or Spanish Cava is always a safe bet. For something a...
19 December, 2010