Elizabeth Taylor, an icon from the heyday of Hollywood was quoted as saying “I feel very adventurous. There are so many doors to be opened, and I’m not afraid to look behind them.” During my w… Read moreAdventures in Wine
Wine Lovers
The wine industry is one of a number of professions where women hold disproportionately fewer seats at the table than men. While every aspect of this business remains a male dominated environm… Read moreWomen in Wine Series - Lorena Woods
The wine industry is one of a number of professions where women hold disproportionately fewer seats at the table than men. While every aspect of this business remains a male dominated environm… Read moreWomen in Wine Series: Haley Moore
The wine industry is one of several professions where women hold disproportionately fewer seats at the table than men. While every aspect of this business remains a male dominated environment,… Read moreWomen in Wine Series
The wine industry is one of a number of professions where women hold disproportionately fewer seats at the table than men. While every aspect of this business remains a male dominated environm… Read moreWomen in Wine Series: Lisa Strid
Beer Snobs
Every hobby or industry sports a unique vernacular. The world of craft beer is no exception. We have previously discussed words like, “hoppy, lager, ale and bittering,” and acronyms such as, “… Read moreRoll Out the Barrel
Summer is sizzling in Arizona. A perfect time to escape with a chill, thirst-quenching afternoon of brewery hopping. I shared a couple of Tucson favorites recently and I will share more in the… Read moreLet's Take a Day Trip for Beer
In the world of beer, there are ales and lagers. Traditional German brewing was known for its lagers. The American craft beer scene has been dominated by ales. The simplest answer to what make… Read moreLagers, Ales and IPAs Oh My!
As 2019 starts to heat up, the craft brewery count in Arizona tops 100. While a majority of them are found in the larger cities, there are plenty of hidden gems across the state. I have found … Read moreExploring Arizona's Craft Beer Scene
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 moreMeet the Beer Snob
Restaurant Reviews
To celebrate a friend’s birthday recently, I treated him to carry out at the new restaurant Posto Sano Foods (located at 6370 N. Campbell Ave., #160, kitty corner from La Encantada,) under the… Read moreRaising the Bar
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 moreA Gem in Midtown
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 moreA Visit to Hacienda Del Sol
Yes, there is a definite “vibe” to downtown Tucson life these days. The city is cleaning up its act, new businesses are sprouting, the light rail is here to stay and traffic and parking are in… Read moreA Visit to 47 Scott
This is old-time Tucson. It’s not anything close to Spanish occupation or the American Indian era. But it does take you back to the beginnings of the 20th century. It’s a mix of art deco and t… Read moreA visit to the Cup Café at the Hotel Congress