Earlier this winter, chef and restaurateur Michael White debuted his latest restaurant, Santi, in Midtown Manhattan, located at Tishman Speyer’s 520 Madison Avenue. This marks his first restaurant launch in New York since the closure of Alto in 2011. Santi opened its doors on December 12, 2024. Michael White has…

Visitation to Sonoma County has been on the decline for the past two years, prompting CellarPass to take action by introducing Cellar Sale Weekend 2025. Scheduled for May 31st to June 1st, this event aims to revive Sonoma’s appeal to wine enthusiasts by rewarding customers for each bottle purchased during…

Brenae Royal, a former director at Monte Rosso Vineyard, underwent significant life changes in 2024, leading her to launch a new wine brand. The year was marked by her transition from Monte Rosso to St. Supéry Vineyards, the passing of her beloved dog Violet Mae, and a newfound purpose in…

When President Donald Trump imposed a 25% tariff on still wines from several countries, Wendy Lamer, owner of Disco Ranch in Anderson Valley, took proactive measures. Anticipating the impact of these tariffs, she stocked up on around 100 cases of affordable French wines to mitigate the financial strain of increased…

Marchesi Antinori, a prominent Tuscany-based wine company and owner of Napa’s Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, has acquired the Arcadia Vineyard from the Winiarski family, previously led by the late Warren Winiarski. This acquisition grants Antinori full control over a crucial grape source for Stag’s Leap, which has been instrumental in…

Special Focus at ProWein 2025: Food & Wine Pairing ProWein 2025 will highlight the theme of food and wine pairing, a central topic in the culinary world. Scheduled from March 16 to 18, 2025, at the Düsseldorf fairgrounds, the event promises a rich program dedicated to this subject. The urban…

Vanessa Oliver, a Republican representative from Port Charlotte, has raised concerns about regulations that limit wine producers in Florida to using only "reusable" kegs. To address this issue, she has introduced a new bill (HB 6015) aimed at revising these restrictions. Under current law, wine can only be sold in…

It began with a wine-soaked lunch 25 years ago, a concept that would eventually lead to the formation of the Krewe of Cork—a Carnival club that embraces wine, camaraderie, and the joyful spirit of New Orleans. The krewe’s unique origins are a celebration of not just Mardi Gras, but also…

Live music, dancing, and a selection of homemade wines brought the community together at the annual Taste of Italy event in Mayfield Heights, held on February 15, 2025. This beloved gathering, celebrating its over 10-year legacy, has found a new home in the recently opened Aquatic and Community Center, attracting…