Tag: food and wine

Abruzzo, an ancient wine-growing region in Italy, is increasingly gaining recognition for its diverse landscapes, commitment to quality, and an evolving wine scene that is challenging preconceptions. While historically known for its red Montepulciano, the region is actively promoting its indigenous white varieties and a unique rosé, Cerasuolo.  To tell us more about Abruzzo we attended a luncheon at The…

This week I will start tasting a few Argentinean Malbec wines and giving you my impressions of them, leading up to Malbec World Day.  Watch for my initial post on Instagram, followed by a longer article on mywinepal.com. There will also be other Malbec-related activities that you can participate in, in the Vancouver area.  Here is a press release about…

You may not have heard of Jean-Claude Mas but his family began growing grapes in the south of France in 1892.  Jean-Claude gained experience in the wine business and education around the world, coming back to the family business when he inherited his father’s vineyards in Pézénas of 35 hectares.  In 2000 he created Les Domaines Paul Mas from these…

When you visit Da Silva Vineyards & Winery on the Naramata Bench, it feels like you are transported to Portugal.  The tasting room is beautiful, with bone-white walls and chandeliers, giving off a European feel.  The wines are equally special.  Richard and Twylla da Silva own the winery, with Richard coming from a Portuguese background. The names of some of…

Although the main purpose of my visit to the Okanagan was to visit Naramata Bench wineries, I made a side trip to Okanagan Falls.  Meyer Family Vineyards in Okanagan Falls was the first winery I visited on my Fall trip to the Okanagan.  I love Pinot Noir and Meyer Family is one of my favourite Pinot producers.  I sat outside…

Cooking with wine is a time-honoured tradition that adds depth, complexity, and richness to a variety of dishes. Whether you’re deglazing a pan, marinating meat, or creating a sumptuous sauce, wine can enhance the flavours of your food in remarkable ways. Let’s explore the types of wine commonly used in cooking, some classic dishes that feature wine, and a few…

This post came in my email from the Comité Champagne and I thought I would pass along this information on which style of Champagne to pair with your picnic dishes. Also great timing for Canada Day. Enjoy. ~~~~~ From the café culture of Paris to year-round patio suppers in Provence, the French have perfected the art of enjoying food and…

Washington state has over 900 wineries.  That is amazing.  While our BC wineries are bound primarily to mountain valleys, Washington state has a large land area to the east of the Cascades mountain ranges, which is where many of Washington’s wineries are located.  But how can you try wines from so many wineries more easily?  One way is to attend…

Here is the latest announcement about tickets for Taste Washington events in March.  Get your tickets before they sell out. ~~~ Cheers to 2023 – we can’t believe that Taste Washington kicks off in 2 months! We hope you’ve already grabbed your tickets to The Grand Tasting and The Seminars – but, did you know there are more ways to…