Author: Amy
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Is expertise in a subject needed to blog about it?
This morning on Twitter I saw a conversation between two writers about wine blogging and the need for wine bloggers to have first-hand experience in order to blog. This is what I saw: @ancientfirewine That would probably be a low number. Would also be good if they spent some time in wine retail. — The…
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Chicken Enchiladas and Bodegas Paso Robles Galicia Albariño
Sunday night I was looking for an easy dinner. I tried the Creamy Chicken Enchiladas from Jessica Fisher’s soon-to-be-released Not Your Mother’s Make-Ahead and Freeze Cookbook with Bodegas Paso Robles Galicia Albariño and was not disappointed. Instead I was delighted. Not only was every enchilada enjoyed (even by all three of my children) but my…
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Australian Cabernet in celebration of Cabernet Day
Thirsty? Today is #CabernetDay in the wine Twitterverse, and to help you celebrate and learn more about Australian Cabernet Sauvignon, I met up with Chris Morrison, Global Wine Ambassador of Pernod Ricard, to talk about Jacob’s Creek Cabernet Sauvignon. I have to confess that Australian wine has as special place in my heart because long,…
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King Estate Winery in Eugene, Oregon
Last week at this time I was giggling with sheer joy, amazed at the beauty that surrounded me and drunk with what I can only describe as the rock star treatment. And this is before I even opened the first bottle of wine. Let me bring you up to date. I was in Eugene, Oregon,…
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Chateau La Nerthe and L’Olivier
Living in Houston definitely has its perks… awesome people, incredible arts (all kinds) and world-class restaurants, to name a few things I love about my city. Back in June, I was treated by Pasternak Wine Imports, who imports some very delicious wines, to a meal with several other bloggers at one of those amazing restaurants, …
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A Primer on Rosé Wines
It’s hot. Especially down here in Texas. And for those not afraid of pink wine, that means it is time for a glass of cool, crisp rosé wine. And for those who are afraid, it means that it is time for you to give it a try. Here’s a little info on rosé wine to…
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Modus Operandi Sauvignon Blanc at Hawthorn
Last night my husband and I dined at Hawthorn in the Upper Kirby District of Houston for the first time and I was served a wine that I have been thinking about since that first sip, so I had to share it with you. I was at the restaurant initially to learn more about their…
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Rabbit Ridge Allure de Robles and Butterfinger
After my rather conventional wine and cheese pairing review from Wednesday, I’ve got something new for you. Have you ever paired Rabbit Ridge Allure de Robles with a Butterfinger candy bar? My husband tried this one a few nights ago and we were both amazed at how great the two tasted together. We even roped…
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Wine and Cheese Pairing at Old Hickory Steakhouse
I know wine and cheese go together, and I’ve never had a problem consuming either (together or separately) but I’ve never been a foodie or altogether too ‘fancy,’ so sometimes the ‘fancier’ cheeses offer a bit of intimidation for me. I was in Nashville earlier this year, staying at the Gaylord Opryland for a blogging…
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Chilean Wines: Matetic EQ Sauvignon Blanc & Santa Rita Medella Real Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon
The topic of last night’s #WineChat on Twitter was Chilean wine. And they had me at Chile… I traveled to Chile in 1999 with my then-fiancee and again in 2000, after we were married, and absolutely loved everything about the country. The people were welcoming, the landscape was incredible and the food everywhere was delicious.…
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Pinot Noir & Goat Cheese
Last weekend I wrapped up Spring Break with my family at Barton Creek Resort in Austin, Texas. At dinner in the 8212 Wine Bar and Grille, the cheese plate caught my eye, mostly for the Montrachet goat cheese, strawberry jam, balsamic, and warm brie. I asked my waiter for a white wine suggestion by the…
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Let’s rodeo in Houston with wine events every day
Yep, that’s me, your VineSleuth, chatting it up with Houston wine LEGEND Bear Dalton of Spec’s at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo’s Rodeo Uncorked Roundup and Best Bites competition event just over a week ago. There were hundreds of medal-winning wines from the international wine competition to taste alongside delicious bites from some of…
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Blissdom Bound
Next week I’m heading back to Blissdom, a blogging conference for women, where I’ll get to listen to some fabulous speakers share their thoughts on better writing, better social media and, of course the pursuit of that better balance between the blogging world and personal life. I’m also excited to meet internet friends face to…