I am pleased and humbled to announce that I have been selected as a 2024 Fellow of the prestigious Wine Writers’ Symposium. One of the…
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Champagne Canard-Duchêne Private Visit and Tasting
Canard-Duchêne is an iconic champagne house located in the Montagne de Reims. Their legacy dates back to 1868 and has continued to gain recognition in…
Champagne Pierre Moncuit: the Bubbly of the Eiffel Tower and Michelin Starred Restaurants
Champagne, with its effervescent bubbles and luxurious taste, has long been associated with celebrations and special occasions. It’s the go-to choice for toasts around the…
A Bubbly Private Champagne Henriot Visit + Vintage Tasting
Nestled in the heart of the Champagne region in France, Champagne Henriot is a prestigious champagne house with a history dating back over two centuries….
A “Dairy” Delicious French Cheese Farm Visit: GAEC des Tourelles
Charles de Gaulle once famously said, “How can anyone govern a country with 246 varieties of cheese?” Of course, he was talking about France. In…
Visiting Guillon Distillery: French “Whisky” from Champagne
It might surprise you that there is a “whisky” distillery in the heart of Champagne. Nestled in the Montagne de Reims, La distillerie Guillon has…
Feeling Like Royalty: Visiting Château de Cognac
Named the “brandy of the gods” by Victor Hugo, Cognac is the world’s most coveted spirit, a symbol of refinement and status. But it is…
RECIPE: Easy Weeknight Pistachio-Mustard Chicken and Saffron Courgette
Pistachio-Mustard Chicken and Saffron Courgette! If you are like me, you probably have pistachios and saffron in your pantry. They might have been sitting there…
Ruinart Blanc Singulier: Literally Tasting Climate Change
For the first time in over two decades, Maison Ruinart unveiled a new cuvée: Blanc Singulier. A direct response to climate change, this champagne shines…
A Night to Remember at La Soirée Blanche de Reims
In France, you know that summer has arrived when it’s time for La Soirée Blanche. It is the ultimate VIP evening, a celebration of conviviality,…