Portland Wine Week organizers have decided to put the popular festival on hold for 2025. This decision allows the small team behind the event to concentrate on Wine Wise, their wine-based local events company. Founded in 2018, Portland Wine Week was created to celebrate the city’s vibrant culinary and wine…

The Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce is set to host its first-ever Wine & Design Tour on April 5, 2025, in Lake Barrington. This exciting event promises an afternoon filled with home décor inspiration, interactive demonstrations, and, of course, wine. Scheduled from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., the tour offers…

The global wine industry is currently facing a significant decline in sales, a trend that has persisted for the past three years and shows little sign of improvement. Peter McAtamney, an industry consultant and founder of Wine Business Solutions, highlighted the challenges in a recent report depicting this situation as…

Residents of New York State may soon have the convenience of purchasing wine alongside their groceries, as major supermarket chains like Tops and Wegmans are advocating for the proposed Wine in Supermarkets Senate Bill. Currently, New York is one of only eleven states that prohibit wine sales in supermarkets, a…

A recent study from Brown University’s School of Public Health has found no significant difference in cancer risk between red and white wine, countering the common belief that red wine is a healthier option due to its antioxidant content. The research examined 42 observational studies involving around 96,000 participants. While…

The Charleston Food and Wine Festival recently concluded after five days filled with culinary delights, highlighting the talents of local chefs and culinary figures from across the country. The festival took place in downtown Charleston, featuring various venues including the popular Culinary Village at Johnson Hagood Stadium. This year’s event…

This month, our focus is on a diverse selection of wines priced at $25 and under, featuring varieties from Austria and Slovenia, including the Franconia Blue. Among our tastings, we revisited the classic Riunite, sampling it both on its own and mixed with Prosecco—a combination that brought out different flavor…

Located in the vibrant West Village, Cora is a New-American wine bar that is gaining attention for its unique North American wine selection. Founded by sommelier Emmeline Zhao, executive chef Joseph Bliffen, and pastry chef Janice Sung, Cora sets itself apart in a city that traditionally favors European wines. Zhao’s…