Hudson Valley Wine Goddess
Taking The Intimidation Out Of Wine
Christmas in Philly: A Holiday Tour of Lights, History & Festive Cocktails
Friday, I traveled up to Philadelphia to meet my friend Cindy, who was visiting from California with one mission: to experience all things Christmas in Philly. Hard to believe, but after being married to a Philly guy for 37 years, I had never seen the Liberty Bell....
Where Do I Go From Here? A New Chapter Begins
I’ve been a little quiet lately. Life has been full, busy, emotional, and reflective, and I’ve spent a lot of time asking myself one big question: Where do I go from here? For the past eight years, I’ve been a restaurateur—an unexpected chapter that became one of the...
Dream, Build, Pour: The Passion Behind Hampton Roads Winery
Starting a winery isn’t for the faint of heart—and David Sheldon, owner of Hampton Roads Winery in Surry County, Virginia, knows that better than anyone. After 25 years running a plastics factory in Massachusetts, David and his wife, Diane—a research chemist—decided...
The Game Changer Martini: How Lustau Vermut Made Me Fall in Love with Martinis
I’ll be honest — I never drank martinis. They always seemed a little too strong, a little too dry, and just not my thing. That all changed when I discovered Lustau Vermut, and now I can say with confidence — it’s a game changer! What makes Lustau Vermut so special?...
2025 Hudson Valley Wine Competition Results: Celebrating This Year’s Winners
For the past 17 years, I’ve had the honor of serving as Chairwoman of the Hudson Valley Wine, Spirits & Cider Competition, held each September at the Hudson Valley Wine Festival in Rhinebeck, New York. When I look back over nearly two decades, I am truly amazed at...
Franciacorta Uncorked: Italy’s Finest Sparkling Wine You’ve Never Heard Of
Franciacorta: Italy's Sparkling Secret Worth Discovering When it comes to sparkling wine, Champagne may get all the glory, and Prosecco has certainly earned its share of global love. But nestled in the Lombardy region of northern Italy lies Franciacorta—a sparkling...
Your Guide to the Craft Beverage Producers in the Hudson Valley
