Pop the cork and let the party begin on New Year’s Eve. Right now, cash in on a killer wine sale to close out the year. Take 10% off nearly ALL Cabernets and Sparklings currently on shelves at your local H-E-B! We have our eyes on several bubblys with big taste to ring in 2015…
Champagne
Holiday Wine Recommendations…H-town!
One of the most valuable friends a wine lover can have is a trusted wine expert…someone who not only has extensively studied wine but who also samples a lot of wines to learn even more. That person will save you countless dollars over the years. I speak from experience!
What Wines to Pair with Thanksgiving
Truly, the food is the real star of the Thanksgiving meal, so you want your wine to blend in and compliment not dominate the feast. Probably the biggest crowd pleaser at Thanksgiving and one of the most versatile food wines is…
Beach House Baking This Summer!
Whether you’re spending this summer on the beach (or just wishing you were!), pastry chef Lei Shishak’s Beach House Baking: An Endless Summer of Delicious Desserts makes the season even sweeter. Here are three recipe standouts from her cookbook, you can find right now on Goodtaste…
Oh, Yum! Cherish These Chocolate & Wine Pairings…
Chocolate and wine…could there be anything better?! Not in my book. Good quality chocolate and select vinos, when paired properly, can create among the most incredible, sensual sensations ever. Here are a few romantic recommendations I’m sharing on Goodtaste.tv. A rule of thumb is…
Vacay for Valentine’s Day to La Cantera Hill Country Resort
Valentine’s Day falls on a Friday this year…lucky for us we have a reason to celebrate all weekend long. Romance reigns at La Cantera Hill Country Resort – where you can stay for a very special Valentine’s Day rate that includes a generous food and beverage credit…
Just Arrived – January Wines at H-E-B!
Great selections to start the New Year off right from Ralph my ‘Wine Guy’ and H-E-B. A brand new year means resolutions are in full effect! For those looking to eat lighter and healthier this January…
Keep Your NYE Bubbly Fresh for Days!
Anything you taste, you can take home from the Boerne Wine Co. Champagnes of all kinds — by the glass — and it’s the only place you’ll find a collection this vast.
You Are Royally Invited To A Very Merry Un-End of the Year Extravaganza!
Take a tumble down the rabbit hole and head to Francesca’s at Sunset for their annual New Year’s Eve celebration. As you may have guessed, this year’s theme is Alice In Wonderland. Tour a world of culinary wonder with a specially-themed, five course occasion to ring in 2013!
Set the Mood With Oyster and Brie Champagne Soup
Leave it to Paula Dean to come up with a fabulous recipe. This is a slight variation of a delicious, velvety soup with oysters, brie and champagne…bring on the romance!!
The Big Difference Between Champagnes
You don’t have to spend $200 on a bottle of Cristal this Valentine’s Day to make a lasting impression. Sure, Cristal is a fabulous Champagne, but if you really want to impress that special someone look for a grower’s Champagne.
Champagne for the love of February
Much obliged to Masraff’s: They’re popping the cork for you on Valentine’s Day with some fabulous recommendations on bubbly, but more importantly, some little known secrets about champagne that make a whole lot of difference! According to house sommelier Ben Roberts, all wine tasters look for a sense of the “place” that a particular wine is from.
Celebrate with Champagne at Francesca’s
It’s that time of the year to have a ball with bubbly! In keeping with their annual tradition of offering you some of the greatest champagnes in the world during the holiday season, The Westin La Cantera Resort is pulling out all of the stops between now through January 7th.
Romance at Sunset
What a romantic setting! Imagine a sipping a cold glass of champagne as you watch the magnificent sun set over the rolling Texas Hill Country. That’s the view at Francesca’s restaurant at the Westin La Cantera Hotel and Spa. But, the view is only the beginning—the food is fantastic.
Wines That Go Great With Seafood
Pairing wines with seafood can be a fun adventure. There are so many incredible white varietals that work with seafood. Experiment and see what you like best. Let’s start with crabcakes, since that’s what we’re cooking this week. The crabcakes featured have an interesting sweet yet tangy chile sauce in the mix, so I’d suggest […]
