9 hot entertaining trends for 2014

DIY Party Favors: Coconut Rose Body Scrub

Everyone knows that you should never arrive to a party empty-handed, but what if the party is for you? Last weekend, my lovely Maid of Honor threw me a fantastic...

2014 Season in the Vines: Photos of Budbreak

Tiny buds have begun to emerge from once-dormant vines. We took advantage of a gorgeous day and our marco lens to snap these photos.

This time of the year, we’re always on the lookout for slow-cooked meals to keep us warm while the weather is still cold. This Ribollita stew delivers the flavor and...

Midwinter Lighting Showcase

Here we are, smack dab in the middle of one of the coldest, whitest winters on record. All these long, dreary days and dark, stormy nights make us yearn to...

Navigating a wine list: Choose your own adventure

Wine lists can be as daunting as those interactive stories where a misstep on an adventure could lead your character into uncharted waters, or worse yet, demise. Let’s be honest:...

Pinot Noir Chocolate Truffles

Valentine’s Day is over, but that’s no reason not to indulge yourself. Our friend, Julie Blanner created a decadent and easy-to-make chocolate truffle recipe you just have to try. Best...

A romantic Valentine’s Date at home

Our plan this Valentine’s Day is to create a hands-on dinner for two that oozes with romance. And what better dish to share with the one you love than a...

Four Chinese New Year-Inspired Furnishings

With an array of dazzling fireworks displays, feasts and festivals, the Chinese New Year in 2014 is the Year of the Horse, honoring the charming, charismatic Chinese astrological symbol.

Entertaining tips for The Big Game

Are you are a fan of the habitual bucking horses from Denver? Or do you root for the fish-eating birds of prey from Seattle? In either case. there’s few things...

Pork Solyanka

This classic Russian sweet and sour stew was a huge hit at the 2014 Winter Wineland event where it was paired with our earthy Fog Veil Pinot Noir. We served...