Last week I told you about my sommelier certification course through the Sommelier Society of America on German wine. Part of that class — taught …
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Sommelier Certification: The Not Always Sweet Story Of German Wines
For those who have been following along with Epicure & Culture’s Sommelier Certification series, you’ll know for the past few weeks I’ve been exploring the …
Hold The Pork: Vegetarian-Friendly Finds In Portugal’s Land Of Meat And Fish
Traveling to Portugal, the world’s fourth highest fish consumer per capita and a land of avid meat-eaters, can be intimidating for vegetarians like myself. Asking …
Sommelier Certification: France’s Bordeaux Wine Region Made Simple (Including Budget-Friendly Bottle Suggestions)
Bordeaux. The name evokes images of some of the world’s most pricey, complex, age-worthy and indulgent labels. While this French wine region makes some of …
A Question Of Ethics: Guilt-Free Tourism In Mediterranean Countries
The Mediterranean countries have obvious appeal for travelers with their white-sand beaches, colorful diet, historic towns and gorgeous natural landscapes. Whether you have your heart …
Sommelier Certification: Understanding France’s Complex Burgundy Wine Region
“What’s something you find particularly confusing about Burgundy?” Today Mr. Jordan Ross, a wine writer and photographer with a degree from the University of California …
Sommelier Certification: Northern And Southern Rhone, Two Very Different Worlds
You may have heard of the Rhone Valley in France; however, if you’re thinking of this as one place serving similar wines you’d be very …
Sommelier Certification: How To Truly Appreciate (And Understand) Champagne
“Champagne is the only wine made in the world that will make your legs shake,” exclaimed Robert Ross Moody, Chairman of the Sommelier Society of …
Eco-Conscious On The Road: Amazing Travel Companies That Can Help You To Save The Planet
As enjoyable as jet-setting off to foreign destinations in search of new experiences (and food and drinks) can be, international travel has developed a bit …
Sommelier Certification: Exploring The Wines Of The Loire Valley
No education in wine would be complete without learning about France’s Loire Valley, which is exactly why the Sommelier Society of America spends a class …