This distinctive Bordeaux style blend is complemented by the “Rutherford Dust” characteristics of this historic Napa Valley appellation. T...

These cookies are rich with flavor and crunch from the macadamia nuts. You can make them in various shapes - circles, triangles or recta...

A few years ago my husband and I took a weekend trip to Tahoe with our friends Helen, Phil and their son Graydon. We each took a night...

These are so simple to make and a bit hit with your guests. The earthiness of the ham and cheese along with rich pesto is a treat for any p...

Tin Barn Vineyards is a collaborative effort of winemaker Michael Lancaster and his four partners. Their dream came together in the “Tin ...

Whether you are attending a dinner party, cocktail party or open house, it is customary to practice good etiquette by bringing a gift to you...

Pan Seared Salmon with Sautéed Garlic Spinach 2 half pound salmon filets ¼ cup flour 1 t. salt 1 t. pepper 3 T. olive oil In a bowl m...

Corned Beef and Cabbage The term “Corned” comes from putting meat in a large crock and covering it with large rock-salt kernels of ...

Roasted Cauliflower Soup 2 heads cauliflower 4 cloves garlic 1 small onion, chopped 2 T. olive oil 6 cups of chicken stock 1 cup half...

The combination of flavors is simply magical. The smokey toasted bread along with the earthiness of the goat cheese, caramelized sweet flavo...

Several years ago at a party, I had this dip and fell in love with it. Wanted to kick it up, so I added the brandy and it gives it the adde...

My husband and I had a long week at work and typically on a Friday night, we share a great bottle of wine. I hunted in the cellar and pulle...

Creamy and tender Risotto is an art form unto itself. The secret to great risotto is to enjoy the process by allowing the starches to...

This dessert is a complete winner and very simple to make. The "wow" factor will amaze your friends and family. Pecan Cru...

Estate grown, “bordeaux style” blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc grapes delivers a rich and enchanting experienc...

The "Mise en place" Cabernet Sauvignon comes from two very special single vineyard sites located on the extreme eastern side of t...

Carneros is the “up and coming” region for producing premier Chardonnay in California. Prior to being one of the top quality wine producing...

The Newton winery is recognized as an American pioneer of unfiltered wines, a philosophy that adds complexity to the winemaking process and...

My friend Phil introduced me to the "Salty Dog". This cocktail is really refreshing with the tart grapefruit juice and the sal...

Our dear friends Dean (left) and Mark (right) recently moved to Arkansas from Northern California due to a job change. We miss them! Dean...

My husband and I attended our nephew’s school auction in 2008 and we decided to donate our time and talents to help raise m...

I first experienced Rudd’s Sauvignon Blanc at the Grand Opening Party at Calistoga Ranch’s Resort in the upper Napa Valley. I fell in lov...

Caymus "Conundrum" 2005 is from Napa Valley and is a terrific blend of three grapes - Viognier, Roussanne and Marsannel. A very f...

Recently I created a playlist on itunes titled "Cocktail Party Mix". (Go to imix on itunes, if you want to upload) It is a set of ...

For the past eight years, I have been hosting at my house, an annual year end "Holiday Lunch" for my team as a way...