Wine The Unconventional Way Lady Gaga Drinks Red Wine: A Bad Romance or a Unique Style? Chris Lehoux, September 13, 2025 Lady Gaga’s unique wine-drinking preference has come under scrutiny. She enjoys a blend of red wine with Diet Coke, garnished with maraschino cherries. This choice sparked a mix of reactions on social media, with some users mocking her concoction—calling it "nasty"—while others were more open-minded, describing it as "mayhem in… Continue Reading
Wine Meghan Markle’s Wine: Crafted by ‘Expert Marketers,’ Insider Reveals Chris Lehoux, September 12, 2025 Meghan Markle’s wine, part of her lifestyle brand As Ever, has garnered mixed reviews following its launch earlier this year. The Duchess of Sussex has ventured into winemaking, offering products that also include flower sprinkles and spreads. One of the latest additions to her collection is the Napa Valley Rosé,… Continue Reading
Wine Experience the Flavor and Fun of the Louisiana Food & Wine Festival in Lake Charles! Chris Lehoux, September 11, 2025 The Louisiana Food & Wine Festival is set to begin in Lake Charles on Thursday, September 18. This annual event promises a delightful experience filled with Cajun flavors, live music, and the presence of celebrity chefs. Attendees can also participate in other fall festivities such as Smoke & Barrel, Rouge… Continue Reading
Wine EXCLUSIVE: Expert Tasters Critique Meghan Markle’s Wine — ‘Too High in Alcohol’ and Lacking Craftsmanship Chris Lehoux, September 11, 2025 Meghan Markle’s recent foray into winemaking has sparked significant backlash from wine experts. Her debut rosé, priced at $30, comes from the Napa Valley and is produced under her lifestyle brand, As Ever. The blend includes cabernet sauvignon, syrah, grenache, and mourvèdre grapes sourced from Fairwinds Estate Winery in Calistoga…. Continue Reading
Wine Food & Wine Names Oakland Tofu Maker as Best New Chef 2025 Chris Lehoux, September 10, 2025 An Oakland restaurant focusing on fresh-made tofu has gained national recognition, being recently named one of the winners of Food & Wine’s 2025 Best New Chefs list. Steve Joo, founder of Joodooboo in Oakland’s Longfellow neighborhood, received this prestigious honor for his innovative approach to Korean cuisine. Food & Wine… Continue Reading
Wine Navigating Challenges: How U.S. Tariffs Are Impacting French Wineries’ Survival Strategies Chris Lehoux, September 10, 2025 Wine’s taste may be considered art, but the arithmetic surrounding it can be unforgiving. With the U.S. government instituting a 15% tariff on all European Union wines, and considering a 15% drop in the dollar against the euro since January, French wines face a potential increase of about 30% in… Continue Reading
Wine Napa Valley College Unveils the Wine Spectator Wine Education Center: A New Era in Wine Education Chris Lehoux, September 9, 2025 The ribbon for the Wine Spectator Wine Education Center at Napa Valley College (NVC) was officially cut on September 4, 2025. This new facility, funded by a generous $10 million donation from the Wine Spectator Scholarship Foundation, aims to train the next generation of leaders in the wine industry. Although… Continue Reading
Wine Explore Culinary Arts: HCC’s Noncredit Cooking and Wine Tasting Classes Now Available! Chris Lehoux, September 9, 2025 Holyoke Community College (HCC) is introducing a selection of noncredit cooking and wine-tasting classes this fall at the HCC MGM Culinary Arts Institute. These monthly sessions will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. on select Thursdays, commencing on September 11, and will also be held on October 16, November… Continue Reading
Wine Mendocino Wine Competition: Where Professional Palates and Public Preferences Converge Chris Lehoux, September 8, 2025 The recent Mendocino Wine Competition, held on August 17 at the Brutocao Winery, showcased an innovative blend of consumer and professional judgements. As the 46th edition of this annual event unfolded, over 100 wines were blind-tasted and evaluated by both industry experts and the public, revealing a harmonious agreement in… Continue Reading
Wine Savor the Flavors: The 25 Must-Try Foods and Drinks at the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Chris Lehoux, September 8, 2025 The Epcot International Food & Wine Festival at Walt Disney World is renowned for showcasing a variety of culinary delights and drinks from around the globe. This year’s festival menu introduces a tantalizing array that includes comfort food favorites and unique street food inspired by international cuisines. Guests can expect… Continue Reading