With the official arrival of summer happening this weekend, I find myself reaching for crisp, cold white wines on my favorite patios around Raleigh! I mentioned in my red wine post that I took wine tasting classes and have enjoyed learning more about my personal preferences when it comes to wines. Over the years, I…
wine
The Best Wine Glass Styles to Add to Your Collection
If you have spent any time around here, you know I take happy hour seriously. Between my wine subscriptions to Dynamis Estate Wines in Jonesville, NC and DaVero Farms & Winery in Healdsburg, CA in and a genuine love of North Carolina wineries, I have become increasingly intentional about what I am sipping out of…
The Best Wine Bars in North Carolina from the Mountains to the Coast
North Carolina has never needed much help selling itself. The state draws people in with its unique landscapes, its barbecue debates, and its college basketball rivalries. There is a quieter reason to love it, one that has been growing steadily over the past decade: the wine scene. I have written about the western North Carolina…
5 Best Cheese and Wine Pairings to Try this Holiday Season
If you are looking for easy cheese and wine pairings that feel festive without being fussy, you are in the right place. Whether you are hosting a holiday gathering, setting out pre-dinner snacks, or planning a cozy night in, these cheese and wine pairings use approachable Trader Joe’s cheeses paired with crowd-pleasing wines. Each pairing…
10 Sparkling Wines Under $40 for Your 2025 Holiday Gatherings
I debated saying something about this being the season for sparkling wines, but who am I kidding? It is always the right time for a glass of bubbles. Over the years, I have shared my favorite red wines under $30 and white wines under $30, and I have continued taking wine-tasting classes to better understand…
