France

  • THE BOTTLE IS THE OCCASION

    Peter Gago, the former chief winemaker at Penfolds winery has frequently stated that we can get together to celebrate the bottle inferring that this applies to the meal, the place where we are, the sun coming up, or even the gift… Continue reading

  • A CHEF LAMENTS FOR FRANCE

      We are all well aware of what is taking place in Paris and have deep concern for the people of France and for all free people who are directly or indirectly impacted by terrorist activity worldwide. Some have brought… Continue reading

  • Escargots – So Much for Eating with your Eyes

    I oftentimes find myself asking “who was the first brave person to eat………(fill in the blank)”. A long-time advocate for insuring that food looks good, I am somewhat perplexed at the exceptions to the rule. Food does have to get… Continue reading

  • WINE QUALITY IS A REFLECTION OF THE WINEMAKER’S PASSION FOR LIFE

    I am far from a wine expert, however, as is the case with many things in life – I become more knowledgeable and appreciative as the years go by. I know what I like to drink, I know which foods… Continue reading

  • A Tribute to My Father on Memorial Day

    I posted this once before as a series on Facebook, but it seems appropriate to offer it again in its entirety on Memorial Day. A TRIBUTE TO MY FATHER So, this is something that I promised myself after clearing out… Continue reading

  • Plan Your French “Wine Memories” Vacation

    In the fall of 2013, Harvest America Ventures, in partnership with The Weissberg Family of Paris and Chef Sarah Steffan of the Lake Placid Lodge, will present a vacation opportunity of a lifetime. Unlike most wine tours that focus primarily… Continue reading