Wine Workshop: How to Make Oil & Vinegar Bottles

1/28/2015 - - Life

We all love Olive Oil & Vinegar and use both all of the time- to cook with, to dip yummy bread in and even as a healthy alternative to salad dressing. However, most of the time we hide the big containers in a dark cabinet and out of reach. Here is a super easy D.I.Y.. Read more

Craft Brewery vs. Craft Winery

1/27/2015 - - Drink

So does starting a small winery or a craft brewery sound like a dream come true? Your ideal career? The truth is, both industries are riddled with regulations and challenges. Nothing in the beverage world comes easy, so let’s look a little deeper into the differences between the two.. Read more

Santa Barbara Wine County, the Anti-Napa

1/26/2015 - - Life

Let’s talk about going to Disneyland. You go, you eat yourself into oblivion, and then go on rollercoaster rides for a surefire stomachache --- all the while throwing money around like it grows on trees. But it’s fun, right? It’s the happiest place on earth! Disneyland // jdempe Napa is like Disneyland.. Read more

What's In A Vintage?

1/23/2015 - Katie Delaney - Drink

Looking at a wine’s vintage (year) can be an after thought. We often look at region, producer and grape first as indicators of quality.. Read more

Wine Aromas 101

1/22/2015 - - Drink

Have you ever heard cat piss as a description of a wine? Sounds weird (we know), but it is a legitimate descriptor of an aroma that can be found in wine - mostly notably Sauvignon Blanc from Australia.. Read more

Wine Workshop: How to Make Flower Vases

1/21/2015 - - Life

Today we are going to show you how to make some pretty cool flower vases (if we do say so ourselves) from your leftover wine bottles. Super easy and sure to be a conversation starter! What You'll Need 1.) Wine bottles 2.) Painter's Tape 3.) Spray Paint (any color) 1.) Remove the label(s) 2.. Read more

Is Petit Sirah The Same As Syrah? What About Shiraz?

1/20/2015 - Charlotte Chipperfield - Drink

With names like Petite Sirah, Syrah and Shiraz, it is no wonder people often feel intimidated when it comes to the world of wine. Despite the similarity in names, Petite Sirah may be known as Petite Syrah, but it is not the same grape as Syrah which can also be known as Shiraz. Let’s take a closer look.. Read more