Feb 16, 2015 | Blog, Geyserville, Wine Country
Winter in Wine Country is “the best kept secret”– at least that’s what I’ve always thought. I landed here in Sonoma County 8 years ago (almost to the day), and I have been working in the wine industry ever since. This means my career, and that of many others who...Feb 9, 2015 | Blog, Bodkin Sauvignon Blanc, codfish, Sauvignon Blanc, Tomatoes
Bacalao a la vizacaina is yet another example of the very tasty yet very simple dishes thatcome from the northern Spanish region of the Basque Country. It is one of the most popular Christmas dishes in Mexico. The main ingredient of Bacalao a la vizacaina is codfish....Oct 23, 2014 | Blog, Bodkin 2013 Muscat Canelli, recipe, Soup
With Fall in full swing its a great time to explore new rich soups for chilly evenings. The following soup is so rich and creamy you will be surprised that it is made without cream. And the smells that fill the house as you are making it are an added bonus!...Oct 15, 2014 | Blog, Locals: Great Wines Mean Good Times
Day of the Dead is a Mexican holiday celebrated on October 31-November 2 of each year, is a celebration in honor to women, men and children who have passed away, this a tradition that has roots nearly 4000 years old. Dia de los muertos expresses the beauty and mystery...Oct 8, 2014 | Blog, Geyserville, Tractor Parade
Earlier this year we were almost into the Spring before any measurable precipitation fell. The recalcitrant high pressure ridge sitting off the West coast for 13 months had growers predicting dire yields, indeed it was imminent that irrigation would no longer be...