I love discovering new grape varieties, especially ones I have never heard of before. That moment happened recently while visiting my friend, wine educator Wes...
At a recent gathering to celebrate World Malbec Day, hosted by the Consulate General of Los Angeles at Fuegos LA, one wine immediately stood out,...
When planning salmon for dinner, Pinot Noir is a classic pairing. But another grape that works beautifully with salmon is Pinot Meunier, a grape I...
At a recent lunch with Umberto Cosmo and the wines of Bellenda, I found myself with a pleasant dilemma; I liked every wine. The fresh...
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...
Wine of the Week usually means, well…wine. April Fool’s Day felt like the perfect moment to change things up for Wine of the Week. No...
Last week, just in time for the start of the Dodgers' opening season, I was invited to The Habit Burger & Grill in Echo Park...
When my friend came over to watch TV and catch up, we decided to order in Chinese food, and I knew exactly which wine to...
At the recent Skurnik portfolio tasting, I stopped to say hello to Martha Stoumen. A fan of her wines, which I have written about before,...
I first tried Giornata’s Orangotango a few years ago, and it was my introduction to the winery. Since then, I have enjoyed a number of...
I attended Gambero Rosso’s annual Tre Bicchieri tasting this past week, an industry-only event showcasing Italy’s top wines as awarded in the Vini d’Italia guide....
Long known for its Japanese roots, additional cuisines (Vietnamese, Korean, Chinese, Mexican, Phillipin0) have opened restaurants on Sawtelle. And now, on the north end of...
On my way home from a two-week road trip, I stopped at a friend's house for dinner and a long catch-up. Even after all those...
After Nebbiolo Prima at the end of last year, where I blind tasted more than 100 Nebbiolo wines across producers and appellations in Piemonte, my...
Lambrusco is one of the most underrated wines out there. Far removed from the sweet, “nice on ice” styles of the ’70s and ’80s, Lambrusco...
Some days, I do not want to contemplate what I am going to drink. I just want to enjoy a wine without too much thought....
Sometimes a wine grabs your attention before you even take a sip. That was the case with the Copain Daybreak Red Wine. It sat on...
For years, Petit Verdot has played a supporting role, adding color, structure, and depth behind the scenes, rarely taking center stage. But with the creation...
When my friend served a savory mushroom tart at dinner a few weeks ago, I enjoyed it so much that I asked for the recipe....
When it comes to weeknight dinners at home, I often reach for Pinot Noir. It is one of the most reliable food-pairing grapes - versatile,...