Silver Oak Winery and Vineyards Preserves the Earth and the Arts
Silver Oak Winemaking Begins by Handcrafting the Barrel Several years ago, I was introduced to Silver Oak Cabernet as the guest of a friend at a wine tasting dinner. I instantly fell in love with its bold, black fruit character with notes of spice and vanilla and the wine’s oaky finish that comes from American […]
Jordan Vineyard and Winery Expresses Terroir Beyond The Wine Glass
This Sonoma County culinary-focused winery cultivates estate-grown produce, herbs and olive oil to complement world-class wines. On a recent media trip to Sonoma County, California, I visited Jordan Vineyard & Winery, located in Alexander Valley, five miles north of the town of Healdsburg to experience its symbiotic relationship between food and wine. Jordan was founded […]
Quivira Vineyard and Winery
Sonoma County County is an Epicurean Eden populated with Organic Vineyards producing world-class wines. Quivira’s vineyards, farms and organic gardens beckon foodie and wine tourists. On a recent press tour to Sonoma County to experience its sustainable winemaking practices, I visited Quivira Vineyard and Winery Located in Dry Creek Valley on a 110-acre estate at […]
Design Hotel Debuts in Fort Lauderdale Capturing the Culture & Style of Boating Life
Tryp Maritime hotel in Fort Lauderdale Offers Authentic Accommodations for Design Tourists When a hotel captures the essence of the local culture and community through fixtures, furnishings, materials, art, amenities, and experiences, I call it a Design Hotel— authentic accommodations with a sense of place. Wyndham recently opened the Tryp Maritime hotel in Fort […]