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Known as the Wandering Blonde Wine-O, Alison Somerville is a self-styled oenophile who knows how to pick, pair and drink wines that won't break the bank, but will delight the palate. Be the grape!

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Add a little spice to your dinner with this fresh pasta paired with a peppery Shiraz

Monday, November 16th, 2009 · 3 comments

There is nothing better than fresh homemade pasta. Oh stop with your complaining -- " Ugh fresh pasta, what do you think I am, an Italian pasta...
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Red Wine, White Meat - Nothing Scary About It

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Picture a roaring fire a good classic Halloween movie, glass of wine and pork. Pork!? It may sound like quite the combination, but it actually makes...
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Stompin' In The Rain!

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Everyone knows the I love Lucy episode where Lucy is stomping the grapes. It's a classic that is sure to make you laugh every time you see it. It sure...
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SPOOKY SOUP AND WINE THAT'S FINE

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Fall is more than the new NBC line-up and Football. It’s a great time of year to try your hand at those fall dishes like Martha Stewart talk...
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Decanter, Man of the Year - Nicolas Catena and Argentine Fare

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Wine is much more than what is seen in the glass. Wine tells a story, it has history, one which few of us know about. If you have ever purchased...
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Lamb and Syrah - Ankle deep in local flavor

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When you think of your local farmers market -- you think fresh fruit and veggies - fresh cut flowers and other local vendors. Supporting your local...
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When it's Chic to be Greek

Can't make it to Greece this year? Love authentic Greek music and food? Then head down to Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church for their...
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Take a Flight To DC for the New York Wine Bar Experience

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Picture a posh New York wine bar: sleek atmosphere -- music -- great selection of wines… But you don't need to go to take the train up to the...
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This Labor Day, Skip the Fries But Serve The French!