Blog Archive
Discovering the Essence of Calvados: An Introduction to France’s Apple Brandy
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 a wine and spirits distributor. This project is an opportunity [...]
How I Fell In Love With Rosé and 3 Wines To Try Now
“Rosé, rosé how I love thee! Let me count the ways,” — Literally! As a seasoned rosé connoisseur, I drink rosé all... year... long. My love affair with the famed pink elixir happened a few years ago when I began experiencing intense discomfort in my stomach after a night [...]
Celebrate Love: LGBTQ-Friendly Chicago Restaurants and More to Enjoy This Pride Month
Last week Shall We Wine featured The Best LGBTQ+ Cocktail Bars for Pride Month. This week we’ll be taking a look at some restaurants and other establishments for you to try. When it comes to supporting LGBTQ+ spaces, Northalsted—more commonly known as Boystown but was adjusted in recent years [...]
The Best LGBTQ+ Cocktail Bars for Pride Month This June
June is Pride month, the best time of year to support and celebrate the queer community. Chicago is lucky to have numerous bars in Boystown (Northalsted) that are queer-owned and operated and create a fun, welcoming space for all- especially LGBTQ+ communities. According to Choose Chicago, Boystown was the [...]
Don’t Sleep On These Wines — Picks from Cameleon and Danaus
Time for a mid-year check-in! If expanding your wine repertoire or simply trying to indulge in new experiences was part of your New Year's resolutions, Shall We Wine is here to help you catch up. As we move past the halfway mark of the year and gear up for [...]
5 Wineries to Visit in Napa In 2024
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 fantasy becomes reality. There are some wineries that not only [...]
Exploring the Versatility of Vinhos Verdes Wines
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 grew. I tasted over 25 Vinhos Verdes wines and was [...]
Just Do It, and Other Strategies to Become a Badass!
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 an example of her commitment to demystifying wine speak and [...]
Eco-Chic Sips: 7 Wine Gems to Drink for Earth Day
Earth Day, Apr 22, 2024 — Gear up to toast to Mother Earth! With Earth Day just around the corner, we prepare to celebrate our planet's beauty and resilience by sipping on wines that embody sustainability and eco-consciousness. Earth Day serves as a poignant reminder to make mindful choices [...]
