Wine

A Journey into White

Santa Margarita - Pinot Grigio I have a love/love relationship with white wine… I drink it the way some people drink diet coke or coffee… don’t judge me, I have toddlers and my own company and a glass of white wine is often the perfect end to a loooooong day! Here are a handful of whites that i love and  Read More...
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Maloy O’Neill 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon

Hail a Cab I won this bottle of wine as a prize. No really. I was at my cousin’s baby shower and there was a contest to see who could design and produce the cutest baby onesie and I took home first prize… the picture below is me clutching my award. It sat in my wine fridge for  Read More...
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The Gypsy

The Tipsy Gypsy I was under the impression that the gypsy was common knowledge. But it seems, even after my video months ago, it’s still an unknown concoction. I know this because whenever I bust it out at a party, everyone freaks out, squeals that it’s a gross idea, inevitably takes a sip, and then wonders allowed where  Read More...
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Father’s Day Drinks

Drink Up If you’re having trouble deciding what you can do for Father’s Day this June, why not create a beautiful meal he’ll love inspired by his favorite drink? A man’s “poison” says a lot about his personality type and can inspire the perfect menu for your husband or father. If his favorite drink is Beer –  Read More...
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Hot to Trot

Mulled Wine Let’s be real… I’m one case of wine away from having a full-blown drinking problem. That being said, I’m always looking for new and interesting drinks and now that we’re in the middle of winter I’m leaning to something a little toastier. Below find a few of my new favorites, and let me know if  Read More...
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A Peach, A Plum, A Half a Stick of Bubble Gum

Plum Dandy ‘Tis the season… for summer fruits!! I just got a boatload of peaches, plums and cherries at the farmers market today. It makes me feel happy and healthy and like summer is here (even if it’s constantly overcast and chilly). I suggest chopping up the aforementioned tree fruit, covering them in sugar and alcohol, marinating overnight  Read More...
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Tenacious Red

Cowboy Up I happened to find this lovely bottle on Saturday called Purple Cowboy and I had to grab it because: A. As a southern girl, cowboys will always have a special place in my heart B. The bottle was pretty C. It was from Paso (central valley in the house!) D. It was $10.99 It’s affordable  Read More...
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