Jane Staples
Winelovers' Delight - Stina Pošip Inspiration 2018
Brač, Croatia I loved this Pošip from the first sip! It is an indigenous Croatian varietal, grown on the island of Brač, along the...
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Jane Staples
- Jun 25, 2020
- 1 min
SUMMER IS SANGRIA TIME!
Photo, Adonyi Gábor from Pexels Summer’s here and we’re spending more time enjoying every minute of sunshine and long, leisurely evenings...
Jane Staples
- Mar 7, 2020
- 3 min
Esplanade Zagreb Hotel - History, Elegance and Luxury
My visit to Croatia finished with an overnight stay at a luxury hotel, Zagreb’s famous Esplanade. Opened in 1925, it originally provided...
Jane Staples
- Feb 1, 2020
- 5 min
A Foodie in Croatia
My food and wine adventures continued last fall with a visit to Croatia.
Jane Staples
- Dec 29, 2019
- 2 min
Yes, They Make Wine in Finland!
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...
Jane Staples
- Jun 4, 2019
- 2 min
Curious About Orange Wine?
Rosé is a perennial favourite, especially during summer months. Its happy pink hues and crisp fragrances are very appealing and it’s...
Jane Staples
- Apr 27, 2019
- 1 min
Ever Tried an #Affogato?
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...
Jane Staples
- Mar 30, 2019
- 2 min
Destination Chocolate! A Visit to Hummingbird Chocolate Maker
They say that money can't buy happiness. However, it can definitely buy chocolate, which will probably put a smile on your face! This...
Jane Staples
- Mar 25, 2019
- 1 min
A Fireplace Port - Quinta Das Carvalhas Late Bottled Vintage Port 2011 - 93 pts.
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...
Jane Staples
- Mar 20, 2019
- 2 min
A Foodie Goes to Boston
On a recent trip to Boston, I discovered endless great restaurants and food destinations. From luxury dining to fruit smoothies or lunch...
Jane Staples
- Feb 23, 2019
- 1 min
Featherstone Estate Winery Canadian Oak Chardonnay 2017 90 pts.
VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario Local talent! Crafted from Niagara grapes, fermented using indigenous yeasts from the vineyard and...
Jane Staples
- Feb 11, 2019
- 1 min
Brandy is Dandy on a Cold Winter Night! St. Remy XO Brandy - 91 pts.
France After skating, skiing or on a blustery winter night, there's nothing quite like unwinding with a relaxing glass of brandy. This...
Jane Staples
- Jan 22, 2019
- 1 min
Decadent Lobster for Valentine's Day!
Photo by: Bob Stefko I'm starting to think about special recipes to make for #Valentine's Day. This one with succulent lobster, avocado...
Jane Staples
- Jan 13, 2019
- 1 min
A Wine Bargain for January Budgets- Vaucher Père & Fils Fleurie 2015 90 pts.
Fleurie, Beaujolais A.C., France January means a tight budget for many, after the indulgences of the holidays. But you can still enjoy...
Jane Staples
- Dec 30, 2018
- 1 min
Happy Wine Discovery - Andeluna Pasionado Cabernet Franc 2013 92 pts.
Mendoza Valley, Argentina Truly the most delicious Cab Franc I've ever tasted. Crafted from hand-harvested and hand-selected grapes, for...
Jane Staples
- Dec 14, 2018
- 1 min
A Gift for that Special Someone - Poli Cleopatra Moscato Oro Grappa 92 pts.
Veneto, Italy An exquisite artisanal #grappa, distilled in a unique bain marie vacuum. Highly aromatic with luscious notes of honey,...
Jane Staples
- Nov 25, 2018
- 1 min
Crowd-Pleaser! Santa Carolina Gran Reserva Chardonnay 2016 91 pts.
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...
Jane Staples
- Nov 11, 2018
- 1 min
Great Gift Wine! 93 pt. review Ruffino Riserva Ducale Oro Chianti Classico 2014
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...
Jane Staples
- Oct 20, 2018
- 1 min
94 pts. Sartori Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico Corte Brà 2009
Veneto D.O.C., Italy From the highly esteemed #Sartori Winery in Verona, Italy, this dark garnet gem gives very fragrant cherry, dried...
Jane Staples
- Oct 11, 2018
- 1 min
Elderton Command Shiraz 2014 94 pts.
Barossa, South Australia, Australia A rich and luscious #Shiraz that showcases the skills of Australia's #Barossa winemakers. Crafted...
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