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[1] A California Vermentino from Rodney Strong Vineyards served with chilled cucumber soup (photo © California Wine Institute). [2] A Tuscan Vermentino with oysters or any shellfish (photo © The Nibble). [3] Surrau “Limizzani” Vermentino di Gallura DOCG is a classic, with vibrant citrus, sea salt minerality†, and white flower aromas. From the top growing…
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National Champagne and French Fries Day, January 10th, is holiday celebrated by a wine blogger* to celebrate what she determined to be the perfect pairing of bubbly white wine and salty French fries. Why? The acidity and bubbles of dry Champagne cut through the richness of the fried potatoes, cleansing the palate. Here’s where…
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We at a lot of sushi, and typically default to sake or beer to accompany it. That’s because we’re fussy about wine, and most neighborhood places around us tend to have generic jug wines. But the number of upscale sushi emporia is mushrooming in our town, with omakase dinners from $150 to the Hinoki Counter…
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If you love ice cream cake (and seriously, who doesn’t?), a delightful new treat has arrived at Baskin-Robbins stores nationwide. It’s a permanent addition, we couldn’t happier, and it’s our Top Pick Of The Week. Baskin-Robbins’ new Cake in a Box is a line of festive ice cream cakes: layers of cake, ice cream, ice…
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Why is National Red Wine Day on August 28th? Isn’t red wine for cooler weather? Not all red wine! If you prefer red wines, there’s no reason to reach for a chilled white or rosé just because the thermometer has risen. You just need to look for styles that are light- to medium-bodied, fruit-forward, and…
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