food and wine pairing
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The History of the Martini and California Wines
California is known for blue skies, ocean breezes, and sand between your toes. But California is also known for a few things that might surprise you—for example, the Martini. It originated in a…
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Seeing Stars
What we discussed at dinner has now evolved into a podcast about Michelin Stars and had me seeing stars with the entree, wine, and dessert during our Father’s Day celebration in 2024. This…
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Wine Witch on Fire
A memoir written by Natalie MacLean. Wine Witch on Fire: Rising from the Ashes of Divorce, Defamation, and Drinking Too Much recently became a national bestseller. Natalie also characterizes herself as the ‘Chief…
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Sisterhood of the traveling birthdays
Friends since the mid-1980s. All three of us attended different (rivaling) high schools. Victoria attended Santa Maria High School as a Saint wearing red. Esther attended St. Joseph High School as a Knight…
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Bubbly Sparkling & Champagne
A visit to Club Bubbly in the Creamery downtown San Luis Obispo is like a trip to Spain, Italy, or France. For proprietress Tracy Bogue it is a trip down memory lane with…
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Hot August Nights
One might think I am referring to the car show in Reno-Sparks, Nevada, but I assure you I am referencing grilling on the central coast in August. We have our best summer weather…
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Mouth-Watering Signature Cocktails
It is a beautiful ‘thing’ when you are in the right place at the right time. That happened to me as I was able to participate in a signature cocktail tasting by an…
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Food and Wine Pairings Recipe Guide; A Matter of Taste
To all the food and wine enthusiasts who love the magic of creating spectacular pairings and the elation, you feel when you find that perfect match!! ~I’ll Drink To That!! Robin Bogue To…
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Orange Wines
Dating back to Antiquity, 7000bc, Amphoras were used to measure and store liquids and grains. Clay Amphoras have been revitalized for winemaking, creating a new style called, Orange wines. But, in actuality, they…
