France

  • A Perfect Day in Castroville: Coffee, Shopping, and Scenic Parks

    Part one of a morning and afternoon spent in the small city often called the Little Alsace of Texas As you walk its quiet streets, you can still feel the presence of that heritage. It is clear in the historic… Continue reading

    A Perfect Day in Castroville: Coffee, Shopping, and Scenic Parks
  • A Guide to Beaujolais Crus: Morgon and More

    Let’s start first with the different types of Beaujolais and a quick rundown of them. There are ten crus In Beaujolais, besides this you’ll find 38 official villages with 12 appellations. This is important to know as you’ll be capable… Continue reading

    A Guide to Beaujolais Crus: Morgon and More
  • National Mulled Wine Day

    Remember that you’ll be mixing wine to simmer with spices so you don’t have to use an expensive bottle. For specifics ingredients: Red wine: I chose a Cru from Beaujolais, France. Specifically Saint-Amour Spices: • 2 Cinnamon Sticks • 4… Continue reading

  • International Viognier Day!

    A white grape so abundant in its bouquet that it almost came to the precipice of extinction only to be brought back in abundance decades later. This is the beautifully perfumed Viognier. AOC (Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée) : Rhone ValleyRegion: Condrieu,… Continue reading

    International Viognier Day!