One of the nice aspects of moving cross country is the prospect of making new discoveries. Michelle and I have enjoyed the opportunity to seek out restaurants, theater and retail stores in our… Read more

Hopefully a few readers have undertaken my 12 month challenge to try a number of different wines. If this isn’t the case for you let me provide a little nudge. There are so many different wine… Read more

My mom was a prodigious shopper. Every weekend she would drag my father out to the area department stores and malls to hunt for the latest fashions and snag the best bargains. My dad, an easyg… Read more

One of my favorite things about being involved in the wine business is the endless varieties and options that are available. Exploring different grapes, regions and even vintages keeps my inte… Read more

I have been eagerly drinking in Tom Oetinger’s column, “Wine Lovers”. (Yes, I worked hard on that pun.) He explains wine varietals, shares monthly recommendations, and highlights local wine ve… Read more

Are you looking for a great restaurant for a ladies luncheon, a romantic dinner or just fantastic food? Pastiche may be the place you're looking for. While the restaurant has been in town for … Read more

A few things and a few places can stand up to the test of time. However, like fine wine, fewer things and places improve over time and the aging process enhances the spirit, the aura and the f… Read more