My food and wine adventures continued last fall with a visit to Croatia.

While visiting Finland in 2019, I was given a couple of bottles of Finnish wine as a gift. I was curious to try them, because of course...

Rosé is a perennial favourite, especially during summer months. Its happy pink hues and crisp fragrances are very appealing and it’s...

It was a very long winter here in windy Ottawa, and spring has been, well, fickle to say the least. Since we can't sit on the patio this...

They say that money can't buy happiness. However, it can definitely buy chocolate, which will probably put a smile on your face! This...

Douro D.O.P., Portugal Windy March evenings are made for sitting by the fireplace with a glass of #Port and your favourite book. Rich...

On a recent trip to Boston, I discovered endless great restaurants and food destinations. From luxury dining to fruit smoothies or lunch...

VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario Local talent! Crafted from Niagara grapes, fermented using indigenous yeasts from the vineyard and...

France After skating, skiing or on a blustery winter night, there's nothing quite like unwinding with a relaxing glass of brandy. This...

Photo by: Bob Stefko I'm starting to think about special recipes to make for #Valentine's Day. This one with succulent lobster, avocado...

Fleurie, Beaujolais A.C., France January means a tight budget for many, after the indulgences of the holidays. But you can still enjoy...

Mendoza Valley, Argentina Truly the most delicious Cab Franc I've ever tasted. Crafted from hand-harvested and hand-selected grapes, for...

Veneto, Italy An exquisite artisanal #grappa, distilled in a unique bain marie vacuum. Highly aromatic with luscious notes of honey,...

Limarí Valley D.O., Chile A very happy wine discovery in this Chilean Chard from Limarí Valley D.O.! I'm checking out the aisle with...

Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy This is a wine that makes your mouth happy! Riserva Ducale Oro Gran Selezione 2014; always a treat, but only...

Veneto D.O.C., Italy From the highly esteemed #Sartori Winery in Verona, Italy, this dark garnet gem gives very fragrant cherry, dried...

Barossa, South Australia, Australia A rich and luscious #Shiraz that showcases the skills of Australia's #Barossa winemakers. Crafted...

Rueda D.O., Spain Another outstanding vintage from this multi-award winning winery in Spain's Rueda district. Crafted from the indigenous...

Coonawarra, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia This Cab Sauv from South Australia is lip-smacking good! Opens with fragrant dark...

Santa Maria Valley, California, U.S.A. An elegant California Chardonnay from Santa Maria Valley, crafted using #sustainable farming. Lots...