Guest Contributor, Author at Dr. Liz Thach, MW

Peacocks and Torture Chairs Make for a Magical Visit to Castello di Amorosa Winery

(Contributed by Cosimo Lindstadt) My most memorable winery visit was during a week-long vacation to Napa Valley with my girlfriend. Driving west through the lush green valley floor, we caught our first glimpse of the winery: A beautiful 13th century Tuscan castle with complete with turrets – Castello di Amorosa Winery. Driving up the steep drive-way, we passed acres of vineyards on each side, with the tiny pale green leaves of budbreak. Right after parking our car and walking up to the castle, we spotted a bright blue peacock strutting along a rock wall. It was then that we knew [...]

By Guest Contributor|2021-03-23T18:20:39-07:00March 23, 2021|

How Adding Wine to Your Coffee Makes You a True Italian

Contributed by Ruby Collins - When coffee first arrived in Italy in the 17th century, it was an elite, expensive drink. It wasn’t until the 19th century, when technological advances and political changes made it accessible and available to the masses. The espresso we know today entered Italian culture with the aim of encouraging higher productivity in labourers in the 1930’s. It was during this time that the Italian government, led by Mussolini, began to face tariffs and sanctions which caused the prices of everyday products, such as coffee, to rise significantly. Italians had become quickly accustomed to their caffeine-boosting [...]

By Guest Contributor|2021-03-01T18:28:32-08:00February 24, 2021|

Ten Tips to Choose the Best Wine for A Perfect Dinner Date

Contributed by Andrew Christian - For the ideal date, wine and a little romance go together. It warms the heart and slackens the tongue. If you're going on a hot date, you need to pick a cool wine. So how can you pick a wine that will give you the most value for your money, while at the same time, please your date? Following are 10 tips that will assist you in creating the perfect wine dinner date at a restaurant, or for a relaxing wine dinner at home. Romantic Wine Dinner. Photo Credit: Pixabay Do You Know About Your [...]

By Guest Contributor|2021-02-20T12:25:47-08:00February 20, 2021|