Widely considered the culture and dining capital of Australia, Melbourne is one of the world’s finest coffee cities. Perhaps it’s the local culture, which encourages …
Coffee Culture: Top Five Cafes In Melbourne, Australia
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Sommelier Certification: A Guide To New World Southern Hemisphere Wines
“By definition, what is the difference between Old and New World wines?” Our instructor for today’s Sommelier Society of America certification course is Tad Drouet, …
Sunshine And Six White Boomers: Christmas in Australia
Most of the world dreams of the Christmas season as a white wonderland — building snowmen, drinking hot chocolate and eggnog, and getting visits from …
A Look At Thanksgiving Traditions Around The World
Among much else, America is a land where leaves change color and temperatures begin to reach nose-nipping levels during the month of November. These notions …
Great Ocean Road Trip: Melbourne to Adelaide
If you love beautiful views, adventure and beaches, the Great Ocean Road, a scenic 1,000 kilometer- (621-mile) stretch from Melbourne to Adelaide, can be a fun …
Indonesian Coffee Culture: Drinking Cat-Poo-Chino In Bali
Bali, Indonesia. Before visiting, I pictured its white-sand beaches as a haven for honeymooners and a hotspot for surfers. While that’s true of the island’s …
Unique Winemaking Experiences In South Australia’s Barossa Valley
Home to over 80 cellar doors and 150 wineries, visitors to South Australia’s Barossa Valley have many chances to sample delicious wine. While each winemaker …
Spring Festivals: Tasting Australia To Showcase The Best Of The Country’s Culinary Landscape
Taking place in Adelaide, South Australia from April 27 to May 4, 2014, Tasting Australia is the largest and most significant food and wine festival …
Epicurious Adelaide Hills: Skordalia, Chèvre And Cool Climate Wines At Lobethal Road
We pull in under the shade of a tree and park the car. As soon as the ignition turns off the only thing you can …
From Wine Taster To Winemaker In South Australia
While the Barossa Valley is full of cellar doors, artisanal cheese makers and epicurious trails, one worthwhile and interactive experience is making your own blend …