Wines for the Apocalypse
Be prepared with the right wine for the big occasion
You might not have known, but the world might be coming to an end. Apocalyptic thinking has been popular throughout the ages and end-of-world zealots never fail to predict a new one as soon as the last one passes without incident.
Proper Wine Hostess Gift Etiquette
How to best give wine to your holiday party host
Some people like to host parties, some people don’t, some like to cook for friends and some don’t. I fit firmly into the latter camp on both counts. I’m not known as a great cook, but I am known as a wine guy, so I definitely don’t show up empty handed when invited to a holiday party.
How to Gift Wine
Tips for giving wine as a holiday present
You’ve run out of time and you have no idea what present to gift to your nearest and dearest.
Exploring the Wines of Bodegas Alvear
Sherry-style wines from the oldest winery in Spain
Don’t get me wrong. I love sherry, I really do. I’ve also managed to come to terms that no matter what I say or do, it’s unlikely that people will rush out and try these delicious wines.
The Battle of Boxed Wine
The pros and cons of seven different boxed wines
Ahh, box wine. Perhaps no other wine product is so disdained by wine lovers as much as this humble offering.
Pairing Wine and Halloween Candy
Halloween candy pairing tips and wine suggestions
Pairing wine with Halloween snacks can be a little tricky.
Pairing Wine and Halloween Candy
Halloween candy pairing tips and wine suggestions
Pairing wine with Halloween snacks can be a little tricky.
Wine Club Barriers
A look at shipping wine to Alberta post-Bill C-311
Once the exclusive domain of cult wineries, the wine club is now something many wineries offer to their customers.
Wines for Thanksgiving Dinner
These nine picks will highlight your holiday dinner
It is that time of year again — Thanksgiving, when obligation requires us to be thankful for what we have. Hopefully a happy, healthy family, decent finances and your winning smile are all safely checked off on your gratitude list, but what Thanksgiving means to most is a family-filled night crammed cheek to jowl with your favourite holiday fowl — turkey.
Wines for Thanksgiving Dinner
These nine picks will highlight your holiday dinner
It is that time of year again — Thanksgiving, when obligation requires us to be thankful for what we have. Hopefully a happy, healthy family, decent finances and your winning smile are all safely checked off on your gratitude list, but what Thanksgiving means to most is a family-filled night crammed cheek to jowl with your favourite holiday fowl — turkey.
