Stephanie Frederick, our instructor for today’s Sommelier Society of America fortified wines class, glances confused around the sparse room. “Either everyone is on vacation or …
Behind The Lens: Color Theory And Understanding Shape In Photography
“Through experience you’ll learn what to expect in certain places and situations. For example, in Grand Central Terminal you know you’ll see a lot of …
How To Cook Pappa Al Pomodoro Like You’re From Tuscany
The food found in the Tuscany region of Italy is known for its sustainable preparation and pure flavors. Additives in many meals aren’t unpronounceable ingredients …
Sommelier Certification: Portuguese Wine Beyond Port (Plus Some Smaller Old World Standouts)
“Who drank wine yesterday?” asks Costas Mouzouras, the director of wines at New York City’s Gotham Wines and our teacher for today’s Sommelier Society of …
Immersive Travel: The Epicure’s Guide To Taiwanese Food And Culture
Have you ever dreamed of traveling to Taiwan, known for its emerald green landscapes and tasty dishes? To help those who want to know how …
Sommelier Certification: Exploring The Delicious World Of Italian Wine
“Do you know what Italians do when they eat? They drink wine. Do you know what Italians do when they drink wine? They eat. It …
Making Friends Over Food In Riomaggiore, Italy
“Hurry! Turn off the stove!” Dan, a Toronto, Canada, native, shouts as boiling water begins overflowing from the pot. I have never cooked before but …
Behind The Lens: To Flash Or Not To Flash (Photography)
In my mind, I had always viewed flash as the devil, making photos look over exposed with unnatural looking light; however, after my last Photography …
A Conversation Without Words In Riomaggiore, Italy
Laying out on the jagged harbor rocks in Riomaggiore, Italy, I let the warm sun tan my skin. It was so peaceful in this town …
Searching For A Place To Call Home
“What is home?” A friend answers, “I call anywhere I go back to sleep my home.” “I say this is my home because I just …