I love hanging out in a cellar. I love good wine. I love good food. So when there is a chance for me to tackle all three, I am there! Here is the full article about my recent visit to the wine cellar at Ristorante Verdicchio... http://www.sudburydiscoveries.ca/foodndrink/374-a-northern-enoteca For a little more detail on their wine…
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5 Travel Tips For Foodies
Few can usually appreciate my giddiness when I obtain that hard-to-get reservation at a unique restaurant on my travels. Others think I am silly to only nibble all day in anticipation of the "great meal" that I arranged ahead of time. I think I have created an easy-to-follow set of rules that allow me to…
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Classic Campari Cocktails
Aperitif - an alcoholic beverage usually served before a meal to stimulate the appetite, and is therefore usually dry rather than sweet. I am a sucker for all things traditional. Nothing makes me feel classier and ready for a fancy meal than an aperitif - and especially one with the classic Campari as the star elixir.…
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5 Reasons Why Culinary Tourism is HOT
Food. Authentic Food. And lots of it. You can rarely find a vacation or tour package being promoted anywhere that doesn't list a food "adventure", a behind-the-scenes kitchen tour or a hands-on class. It allows vacationers to explore the destination's native cuisine and find stories related to food in that country. Travellers are…
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