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Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Unico Zelo 2024 Fresh A.F. Riverland, South Australia

When it is hot and humid A.F. outside, you need a wine that is Fresh A.F. And that is exactly what I brought to dinner...

12 August, 2026

“Farm Like The World Depends on It” – Why Paso Robles Growers Are Choosing Regenerative Organic Farming

Recently, I spent a week visiting the six Regenerative Organic Certified® wineries in Paso Robles. When I checked into my room upon arrival, there was...

11 August, 2026

Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Charles Krug 2025 Limited Release Napa Valley Chenin Blanc

When people think of Napa Valley, Cabernet Sauvignon is almost always the first wine that comes to mind. But long before Cabernet dominated the landscape,...

05 August, 2026

Do You Really Need a Different Wine Glass for Every Wine? One Gabriel-Glas Does It All.

If you Google the question, "Does the wine glass really matter?" you'll quickly find that the answer is yes. Most experts agree that the shape...

04 August, 2026

Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Post & Vine 2022 Carignane, Testa Vineyard, Mendocino

A few weeks ago, I shared a Post & Vine Carignane from Contra Costa County that reminded me just how compelling this underappreciated grape can...

29 July, 2026

Bar Xuntos: A Taste of Spain in the Heart of Santa Monica

You do not need a passport or a plane ticket to escape to Spain (although that would be nice!). Instead, head to Santa Monica's Bar...

28 July, 2026

Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Kanpai Wines Hi No Tori 2023 Rosé of Cabernet Sauvignon, Meadowbrook Farm Estate, Napa Valley

As much as I love introducing my friends to new wines, I also love when they, especially those who are not in the wine industry,...

22 July, 2026

The Habit Burger & Grill Launches Habit & Co. with Chef Jet Tila’s Korean Street Food Menu

For more than 50 years, The Habit Burger & Grill has been known for one thing: fresh, made-to-order chargrilled burgers. While those burgers remain at...

21 July, 2026

Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Right Turn Wine Co 2022 Santa Barbara Pinot Noir

With so many wine brands in the world, there are always new ones to discover. I had never heard of Right Turn Wine Co. until...

15 July, 2026

Grab a Burger, Support Children’s Hospital Los Angeles: Habit Burger’s One-Night Fundraiser on July 16

As someone who grew up in a Dodgers family, any excuse to combine baseball, good food, and giving back is one I can get behind....

14 July, 2026

Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Lyons Vineyard 2023 Syrah, Los Olivos District, Santa Barbara County

A classic Fourth of July celebration means hamburgers on the grill. And while there are plenty of red wines that pair beautifully with a burger,...

08 July, 2026

Please The Palate July 2026 Newsletter

I can’t believe another year has passed, but I’m ready to turn the page. 2025 was a challenging year on many levels. With continued shifts...

07 July, 2026

Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Marbeso 2023 Williams Ranch Pinot Noir, Santa Cruz Mountains

I eat sushi for dinner at least once a week. Sometimes I go out, but more often I order in. One of the advantages of...

01 July, 2026

The Art of Quiet Luxury: Three Women-Led Vineyard Retreats in Italy

Life can be hectic. Whether it is the news or work or family, it can be hard to slow down and stop. And even when...

30 June, 2026

Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Armay Vineyard 2025 Cabernet Franc Blanc

A perfect summer activity in Los Angeles is attending a concert at the Hollywood Bowl. This past weekend, I went to the opening-night concert, an...

24 June, 2026

Andreola: Valdobbiadene DOCG Wines That Speak of Place

Prosecco is typically thought of by style - fresh, fruity, and easy to enjoy. But in the hills of Valdobbiadene in northern Italy, it can...

23 June, 2026

Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Cairjn Wine Cellars 2024 Assyrtiko, Paso Robles Geneseo District

I remember the first time I discovered Assyrtiko while traveling in Santorini. I was fascinated by how compelling the grape could be. So, with the...

17 June, 2026

Finally, a Solution for My Spotty Wine Glasses: the Clear360 Glassware Polisher

If you know me, you know I have A LOT of wine in my home. But with all of the wine bottles, I also have...

16 June, 2026

Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Taboadella Villae White 2023, Dão, Portugal

Encruzado is one of my favorite white grapes. Grown in Portugal’s Dão region, it produces wines that are fresh, mineral-driven, and structured, often reminding me...

10 June, 2026

A Rare Tasting with Sea Smoke Winery and the Return of Botella

In the world of California Pinot Noir, few names carry the same cult-like reputation as Sea Smoke Winery. While collectors can get their hands on...

09 June, 2026