“Leave the gun, take the cannoli,” the iconic quote from The Godfather, reflects the deep relationship between food and the Mafia—an ongoing reality in Italy. …
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Sommelier Certification: How To Taste Wine Like A Pro
This is the first article in an original Epicure & Culture series, “Sommelier Certification,” where I will be documenting my experience obtaining a sommelier certification …

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 …

Sommelier Certification: Exploring Spanish Wine From Sparkling Cavas To Elegant Rioja Reds
“Spain is a very small country that could fit nicely into Texas. That being said, it’s one of the most diverse in Europe, with different …

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 …
