How to make great artisan style bread; it can be a daunting task for those of us that do not make it very often. It requires great technique and skill which usually just comes with practice through trial and error. […]
As a former restaurant owner and hospitality consultant, my work has taken me all over the world. I split my time between the U.S. and Italy, but I truly consider Barolo, Piemonte home as it’s also where I live for […]
What is a Truffle? My very first taste of a truffle was over 25 years ago. I can still remember the pungent aromas that filled my nose with a hedonistic, alluring ecstasy. I was hooked at first whiff never mind […]
Every winery has a story and I’m on a mission to share them with you from my home in Barolo but also beyond. This week I visited GD Vajra in the commune of Barolo in Piemonte. The Visit When I […]
My Thanksgiving Wine Picks: When it comes to the rich and savory dishes that often find their way onto our tables for Thanksgiving, there are two wines from Barolo that would be a perfect fit. PICK ONE: Azelia Dolcetto D […]
You only need to book a single trip to Piedmont to fully understand its magic and fall in love with this birthplace of the slow food movement. The food and wine of Piedmont is magical and among the best […]
Millions of people from all over the world dream about going to Lake Como during their life and perhaps some even get the opportunity to visit. But what most don’t dream or know about are the magical wines from Valtellina, a wine region located approximately 30 minutes north of Lake Como.
