How to Pop a Champagne Bottle or Sparkling Wine I don’t know about you but for me, sparkling wine or champagne makes any occasion feel more like a celebration. A lot of people feel nervous about opening champagne or sparkling wine though. It seems that everyone has a story of a cork exploding across a…
Wines and Wine Recipes
We have reviewed wines and have enjoyed wine recipes for many years and in this section, we share with you many of our favorites. A red wine reduction is the very best while a white wine braised chicken is a one-pot wonder. We will show you these recipes and more!
Red Wine Reduction with Roasted Shallots and Bacon
Red Wine Reduction with Roasted Shallots and Bacon Disclosure: This post was sponsored by Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi Wines. All opinions and experiences are my own. Please enjoy wine responsibly. One of my favorite things in life is a great steak or roast beef dinner with a wonderful glass of red wine but I want all…
Rocky Mountain Wine and Food Festival
Rocky Mountain Wine and Food Festival Rocky Mountain Wine and Food Festival is coming back to Calgary again on October 12 & 13, 2018 and I have two free tickets to give away!! This annual event at the Stampede Park BMO Center has a plethora of amazing sips and bites. This tasty event is sponsored…
How to Remove Red Wine Stains
How to Remove Red Wine Stains It happens to the best of us, we spill our red wine and set into a panic, especially when it’s on our favourite clothing items. Figuring out How to Remove Red Wine Stains before they happen is a great way to be able to act fast when they happen. Believe…
Beringer Bros. Bourbon Barrel Aged Wine
Beringer Bros. Bourbon Barrel Aged Wine The Beringer Bros. Bourbon Barrel Aged Wine was the guest of honor at the event we went to recently at the Wednesday Room here in Calgary. The Beringer Bros. have been around since 1875. That is when the brothers, Jacob and Frederick purchased 215 acres of land and became…
Elbow Room Britannia – Winemaker Dinner
Elbow Room Britannia – Winemaker Dinner I was invited down to the Elbow Room Britannia – Winemaker Dinner for an amazing evening of food and wine pairings. These events are put together by Linda Garson through her company called Vine and Dine. This event was a special one night only where Margaret Leonardi of California’s…
How to Entertain with Cheese, Wine and Charcuterie
How to Entertain with Cheese, Wine and Charcuterie Disclosure: I was compensated for this post. All opinions and experiences are my own. Please enjoy wine responsibly. How to Entertain with Cheese, Wine and Charcuterie is one of the simplest ways to make a lasting impression for a party. Plus the secret is to sourcing out great…
Lemon Garlic Sauvignon Blanc Braised Chicken
Lemon Garlic Sauvignon Blanc Braised Chicken Disclosure: I was compensated for this post by Woodbridge By Robert Mondavi Wines. All opinions and experiences are my own. Please enjoy wine responsibly. I believe spring has finally made it to our area! Finally!! And with that I love dishes like this Lemon Garlic Sauvignon Blanc Braised Chicken. This…
Virtual Vino is Closer Than Ever
Virtual Vino is Closer Than Ever Disclosure: I was compensated for this post. All opinions and experiences are my own. I was contacted to try out Virtual Vino and was excited to know they now have 10 new pick-up locations across Alberta. Virtual Vino is Closer Than Ever now with new locations popping up in…
Liberado Wines at Ox Bar de Tapas
Liberado Wines at Ox Bar de Tapas I have to admit I am a little tapas crazed at the moment. It is something that I have enjoyed from time to time but have not really delved deeply into this food or the whole culture of Spanish wines and foods. Now I just simply can’t get…
UncommonGoods for Your Kitchen and Bar
UncommonGoods for Your Kitchen and Bar Thinking of gifts or very cool products for your home or others? I have for you today UncommonGoods for Your Kitchen and Bar who supply an extensive line of goods that are handmade, recycled and organic. They bring sustainability to a whole new level. They take it beyond being “green”…
Vine and Dine with Brian Keating at Safari Grill
Vine and Dine with Brian Keating at Safari Grill I had the great pleasure to be invited by Linda Garson to one of her events, Vine and Dine with Brian Keating at Safari Grill. I have to be honest that I have not been to this divine restaurant before nor have I had the chance…