Barbequing? Don’t Forget the Zin
With warm, sunny days in seemingly short supply this summer, I take virtually every opportunity I can to fire up the barbeque. I think it’s a great idea to have a bottle of zinfandel on hand to serve with barbequed foods because most zins have a bold, robust quality with peppery, spicy undertones that complement […]
Fess Parker: From Davy Crockett to Winemaker
If you were around in the 1950’s and 1960’s you’re probably familiar with actor Fess Parker and his roles in the television series Daniel Boone and the Walt Disney anthology, Davy Crockett. Parker has long since retired from television and turned his attention to winemaking. He currently owns Fess Parker Winery and Vineyards in Santa […]
Northwest Wine Tour on StarSail Cruises
Join the Schooner Zodiac for a 4-day cruise August 2 to August 5 through the San Juan islands and tour Northwest wineries. Visit San Juan Vineyards, Lopez Island Vineyards, Camaraderie Cellars, Olympic Cellars and Chuckanut Ridge Winery during this all-inclusive cruise. Boudreaux Cellars from Leavenworth, WA will be your onboard representatives to lead the cruise […]
Use Local Wine Shops to Assist With Food/Wine Dinner Planning
Serving a meal with the proper food/wine pairings is a great way to impress your guests and provide them with a memorable culinary experience. But if you’re uncertain what wine works best with the food you’re serving, do what I do – take the menu to your local wine shop and ask for suggestions. I […]
Yakima Valley Wine Tasting
6:00 to 8:00 pm – Bellingham’s Hotel Bellwether will host this event which will feature a number of wineries from Eastern Washington’s Yakima Valley. Cost is $35 per person and tickets can be purchased online at www.wineyakimavalley.org.