October has always been one of my favorite months to gather with friends, pour a glass of wine, catch up over summer travels and take time to connect. This year, I’m excited to introduce Come Over October, a [...]
I was recently interviewed for an article in the Chicago Tribune. The writer asked Chicago wine professionals to pair wines with iconic Chicago foods. I chose Garrett’s Chicago Mix Popcorn. A blend of cheese and caramel popcorn paired [...]
In the heart of Oregon’s Willamette Valley, tucked among the scenic hills and rich terroir, lies Résonance Winery, an estate owned by Burgundy's renowned Maison Louis Jadot. The Willamette Valley is one of America’s finest wine regions, with [...]
No city does dining quite like Chicago, and our culinary scene includes diverse and creative options from around the world. While I can't definitively prove it, I’d bet we hold the title of BYOB capital of the United States. [...]
Ellie Anest, the dynamic co-founder and CEO of Eleven Eleven Winery, has an inspiring journey that begins on a working farm in Nebraska and winds its way through diverse professional landscapes to the heart of Napa Valley. Raised amidst the [...]
Photo Credit @NkairoPhotography I am excited to share what I have been working on! I have expanded beyond the theme of my book, ‘Searching for Cloves and Lilies, The Wine Edition’ where I pair wine and poetry. I [...]
I was thrilled when I received the call to partner with Business France to create a Calvados activation in the Chicago market! I have been a long fan of this French apple brandy since 1999 when I worked for [...]
Have you ever driven through a fancy neighborhood like Beverly Hills and dreamt of being invited inside one of the homes for a glass of wine? Well, tasting wine in Napa is like stepping into a world where that [...]
It’s no secret that I am a fan of the wines of Vinhos Verdes DOC. Last year, I did a deep dive into the white wines of the region for two TV appearances, and my understanding and appreciation [...]
I am honored to introduce Chasity Cooper; writer, author, and wine culture expert based in Chicago.Chasity makes the world of wine more accessible by capturing stories of its places and people. Her recently published book, Wine Convo Generator, is [...]
