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Winesworld`s Blog | blog.winesworld.com
Book review: LONELY PLANETS GUIDE TO TRAVEL WRITING.
Since the Internet became popular in the 1990s it exploded with articles about destination by amateur writers. Up to that time travel writers contributed to newspapers, and magazines, and some wrote books about their experiences in exotic countries.[....]
9/3/2010 7:00:17 AM
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Serious About Wine
&Co Wine Packaging Design
&Co represents simplicity – of purpose, provenance and production. The winery produces a single exceptional estate wine each season. To emphasize this we've pared the identity back to a black and white palette. We've made a feature of the type, letting it 'speak' to the customer.&Co breaks convention with more traditional looking wine brands, topped [...][....]
9/3/2010 1:15:59 AM
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smitten kitchen
peach shortbread
Peach ShortbreadI browned the butter when I made these bars and for once, I felt I could actually taste it in the final cookie (when so often it gets buried under other ingredients). By that measurement, it is absolutely worth it. Still, you can make it with straight-up non-browned butter if you are pressed for [...][....]
9/2/2010 10:58:05 PM
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Gina`s Weight Watcher Recipes
Pasta Con Sarde
This is a traditional Italian dish from Sicily in the Palermo region which translates to Pasta with Sardines. It`s a unique combination of cauliflower, wild fennel, sardines and raisins, served over... Click on the link for the full recipe.  9/2/2010 7:17:00 PM
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Gina`s Skinny Recipes
Pasta Con Sarde
This is a traditional Italian dish from Sicily in the Palermo region which translates to Pasta with Sardines. It`s a unique combination of cauliflower, wild fennel, sardines and raisins, served over... Click on the link for the full recipe. 9/2/2010 7:17:00 PM
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WineSpectator.com: News & Features
Eats, Shoots and Orders the Riesling (Wine Spectator)
Plus, an irrigation invention that could save millions of gallons of water in the vineyard, and a blog-fueled dust-up over Veuve Clicquot in New Zealand[....]
9/2/2010 6:00:00 PM
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CNN.com - Travel
Ashley Judd finds cause in Congo
With a dozen humanitarian missions behind her, Ashley Judd has ventured to Africa to challenge the relationship between valuable minerals and unspeakable violence. |
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Catavino
Cabernet Day is Here: Where to find Great Cabernets in Spain
Cabernet Sauvignon is an import to the Spanish wine making world. Considered a “foreign” grape by many, some regions have been planting it for so long that it’s now perceived as autochthonous. In fact, in Evan Goldsteins book, Perfect Pairings (page 134), it is suggested that it might have originated in Rioja. Imagine that?! Cabernet […] 9/2/2010 2:34:00 PM
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CNN.com - Travel
Hurricane worries Labor Day travelers
The menace of Hurricane Earl comes at a bad time for any of the vacation-starved Americans who are heading to parts of the East Coast this Labor Day weekend. |
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CNN.com - Travel
Ashley Judd finds cause in Congo
With a dozen humanitarian missions behind her, Ashley Judd has ventured to Africa to challenge the relationship between valuable minerals and unspeakable violence. |
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Serious About Wine
Sonoma Wine Country Weekend
This weekend brings wine and food fans to Sonoma for the Sonoma Wine Country Weekend running September 3-5, 2010. The centerpiece of the weekend is the famous Sonoma Valley Wine Auction on September 5 at Cline Cellars which features a variety of tempting auction lots. Some of this year's lots include the Francis Ford Coppola [...][....]
9/2/2010 12:59:59 PM
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CNN.com - Travel
Transportation chaos hits Seoul as typhoon strikes
Typhoon Kompasu hit central South Korea Thursday morning, causing much of the metropolitan area`s subway service to halt, toppling trees and resulting in widespread power outages along the west coast, Yonhap News Agency reported. |
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Lovers of Wine
International Wine of The Month Club Review
If youre a wine lover, then the International Wine of the Month Club might be just what youre looking for to help you find a little bit of excitement in your wine selection. You may love to sit back and enjoy a glass of wine after work. On the weekends, visiting vineyards or entertaining friends [...]Related posts: -
9/2/2010 6:52:15 AM
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Serious About Wine
Vino Peleon Wine Labels
Designed by low ink studio, Spain | Source :: Packaging of the WorldShare This[....]
9/2/2010 1:18:06 AM
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Foodarrific
Burst of colors at the Farmers Market
We went to the Farmer’s Market two weekends in a row. I just couldn’t get enough of the burst of colors of the fruits, vegetables and flowers there.Don’t expect... Continue reading this tasty post at Foodarrific.com.  [....]
9/1/2010 10:35:05 PM
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CNN.com - Travel
Hurricane worries Labor Day travelers
The menace of Hurricane Earl comes at a bad time for any of the vacation-starved Americans who are heading to parts of the East Coast this Labor Day weekend. |
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CNN.com - Travel
Hurricane worries Labor Day travelers
The menace of Hurricane Earl comes at a bad time for any of the vacation-starved Americans who are heading to parts of the East Coast this Labor Day weekend. |
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The Amateur Gourmet
Back to School Banner
I don`t know about you, but I think this month`s "Back To School" banner is one of Lindy`s all-time greats. Can you imagine such a cafeteria? Way better than the ones I remember from my childhood (especially the one where, in 4th grade, I threw out my retainer in a brown paper lunch bag). Thanks to Lindy Groening, once again[....]
9/1/2010 7:42:54 PM
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CNN.com - Travel
The inside scoop on Rome`s gelato
Where do Romans go for a cup of gelato? A local food writer steers us beyond tourist favorites to six artisanal gelaterias churning out creative, all-natural flavors. |
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CNN.com - Travel
Amazing airline meals, if you splurge
Most air travelers have little to be happy about when it comes to airline food these days. But if you splurge on business or first class, the dining experience can be deluxe and luxurious, especially on international flights. |
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CNN.com - Travel
Flight returns to San Francisco after engine problems
A Qantas Airlines flight bound for Sydney, Australia, from San Francisco, California, was forced to return to San Francisco early Tuesday after experiencing problems with one of the plane`s engines, the airline said. |
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CNN.com - Travel
Labor Day travel savings tips
The end of summer is approaching fast and everyone wants to get out and enjoy those last few days in the sun. |
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CNN.com - Travel
Amazing airline meals, if you splurge
Most air travelers have little to be happy about when it comes to airline food these days. But if you splurge on business or first class, the dining experience can be deluxe and luxurious, especially on international flights. |
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Lovers of Wine
Best White Wines To Serve At A Dinner Party
When deciding on which type of wine to serve at a dinner party, most hosts choose red wine over white wine, thinking that this is the better choice. While red wines may be the more popular choice, this does not mean that whites are of lesser quality. In fact, there are several dry white wines [...]Related posts: -
9/1/2010 11:33:41 AM
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Serious About Wine
Benziger, French Rabbit Top Greenopias Green Wine Rankings
Greenopia released its updated list of the most sustainable U.S. wineries this week with some big changes from last year's rankings. The wineries, rated on factors including transportation, growing practices, transportation, building logistics, and packaging, performed better than ever, and for the first time, two wineries took the top rating of four leaves.Benziger and French [...][....]
9/1/2010 10:41:41 AM
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Winesworld`s Blog | blog.winesworld.com
Book review: THE EDIBLE CITY TORONTOS FOOD FROM FARM TO FORK.
The food of a metropolis is essential to its character. Indigenous plants proximity to farmland, the location of grocery stores, immigration, food-security concerns, cooks training, all contribute largely as to how the population nourishes itself.[....]
9/1/2010 7:00:49 AM
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Free Online Recipes | Free Recipes
Taco Casserole Recipe
The colder weather is approaching and that means its time for some casserole dishes. This particular dish, taco casserole is one of my all time favorites. I have tried a few different taco casserole recipes, but I prefer this one with the pasta in it. Some of the ingredients in this dish include ground beef, [...][....]
9/1/2010 1:47:12 AM
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Cuvée Corner Wine Blog
Call me a Cab please, take me to 2006 Star Lane Cabernet Sauvignon in SBC
Getting a cab in some cities and some situations can be down right difficult, but to be honest gone are the days of showing some leg, or waving umbrellas to grab a cabbies attention. But there you`re standing on the sidewalk, facing traffic and . . . nothing. Geez what do have to [....]
9/1/2010 12:31:00 AM
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Celebrations International Travel Blog
Tips for Saavy Cruisers Article #4
Topic Statement: When cruising with our two toddlers, we book a single cabin with twin beds. Pushing them together allows us to sleep sideways, with one parent at the bottom as a guardrail. This only works if you aren’t tall! My Viewpoint: Both as a travel agent and an experienced cruiser, I find this traveler’s [...]  9/1/2010 12:10:56 AM
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New Zealand Food and Wine TV
The Specialist Wine Growers of New Zealand Wine Tasting
The next chapter of New Zealand wine is beginning to unfold and we are beginning to see more opportunities for consumers around the world to learn and sample the wines from the smaller boutique producers. One example is ”The Specialist Winegrowers of New Zealand Ltd. They are an independent marketing alliance representing rare and exceptional wines from [...]  8/31/2010 11:49:56 PM
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CNN.com - Travel
Updated `Fly Rights` consumer guide released
The Department of Transportation`s updated handbook for consumer air travelers outlines everything from choosing loyalty programs and making official complaints to the new three-hour tarmac delay limit. |
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Celebrations International Travel Blog
Travel Thoughts of the Day
Starting today, I’m taking a new approach to my blog. As often as possible, I’ll write to share my thoughts on something related to travel. One day I might write about experiencing a destination or planning a dream trip; the next I could be telling you about a hilarious antic I witnessed while transiting through [...]  8/31/2010 9:04:05 PM
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Gina`s Weight Watcher Recipes
The Skinny Tuna Melt
Classic comfort diner food, just got a make-over... the skinny tuna melt. Adding veggies to your tuna, replacing the full fat cheese and mayonnaise with light mayo and cheese and serving it opened... Click on the link for the full recipe.  8/31/2010 8:07:00 PM
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Gina`s Skinny Recipes
The Skinny Tuna Melt
Classic comfort diner food, just got a make-over... the skinny tuna melt. Adding veggies to your tuna, replacing the full fat cheese and mayonnaise with light mayo and cheese and serving it opened... Click on the link for the full recipe. 8/31/2010 8:07:00 PM
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