We are all Children of the Grape.
I love that Reno has developed a rich wine-bar culture. We are seeing more wine bars open, offering increasingly diverse selections. There are no bad wine bars in Reno; it’s a matter of finding the one that fits your vibe—whether that matches your personality in general, or simply the mood you’re in that night. Here’s […]
Nestled along the southern shores of Lake Garda in northern Italy lies a small but increasingly significant wine region that produces some of the country’s most distinctive white wines. Lugana, straddling the border between the Lombardy and Veneto regions, has quietly been producing exceptional white wines for centuries, yet remains relatively unknown to many wine […]
Schussboom Brewing Company, a craft brewery and pizzeria in South Reno, quickly became a staple in the region’s beer and dining scene after its launch in June 2021. The brewery, located at 12245 S. Virginia St., is the vision of husband-and-wife team Jason and Briana Wagner. The name is a nod to the founders’ love […]
In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly transformed the landscape of content creation for travel, food, and wine writers. Once regarded with skepticism, AI tools are now being recognized as valuable assets that enhance both the efficiency and quality of digital storytelling in these domains. AI as a Collaborative Tool AI-powered writing assistants have […]
When life presents an opportunity, sometimes you have to take the leap. That’s exactly what Maxine Holland did when she and her husband purchased Mayer Family Wines in Carson City, and opened Cellar 8 Wine Bar in March. Holland was born in Cape Town, South Africa. After graduating from high school, she planned to attend […]
The greater Reno area has several fun and exciting wine events, among them the Reno Wine Walk, the Carson City Wine Walk and Tahoe Wine and Feast. I enjoy all these events, but I also love going to wine festivals where I can sip and savor wines from various participating wineries. Reno is positioned perfectly to allow us the […]
Belleville is a French word that translates to “beautiful town.” This is what Nico Gourdon named his wine bar as a tribute to Reno, a city he views as his “belleville” because of the people, the mountains and the lifestyle of the West. “I wanted to create a European lifestyle experience,” Gourdon said. When he moved […]
As Valentine’s Day approaches, I have a confession: I’ve avoided writing about wine and chocolate pairings in the past, because, frankly, the ones typically presented by wineries, wine bars and restaurants have been boring. The art of pairing wine with chocolate has become more popular in recent years, with connoisseurs and casual drinkers alike seeking […]
As the holiday season winds down, many of us find ourselves with an abundance of gifted wine. While this is a delightful problem to have, it raises two important questions: How should we store our wine at home, and why does proper storage matter? Light and heat can damage wine, rendering it undrinkable in as […]
Christmas traditions are among the things I love about the holiday season. Watching the same movies, making the same foods, sharing the same stories—these are all things that strengthen the family and friendships around us. It seems the tradition of leaving milk and cookies for Santa started in the United States during the Great Depression. […]