Oct 20, 2011 Posted by Bean

Win FREE Cabernet Classic Tickets

Cabernet Classic returns on October 26th. The third annual Cabernet Classic celebrates the diversity and deliciousness of Washington Cabernet. Come taste Cabernet and Cabernet based blends from over 34 different wineries.New this year is the inclusion of some international Cabernet wines. Learn more about the unique style of Washington Cabernet by comparing and contrasting with Cabernet wines from around... read more

Aug 25, 2011 Posted by Bean

Washington does #CabernetDay

The second international #Cabernetday is just around the corner on September 1, 2011. People from all around the world will be drinking and talking about Cabernet wines. Initiated by Rick Bakas, International Cabernet Day utilizes the power and scope of social media to educate and excite about Cabernet around the world.  According to the SF International Travel Examiner: People worldwide, in person and... read more

Aug 24, 2011 Posted by Bean

Wine and Friends: Universal Pairing

This not about Washington wine but the universal pairing of friends and wine. Wine is a memory maker, elevating peak experiences into an indelible image that imprints itself onto one’s soul. Being friends with Gil Rieben was a peak experience and the wine we shared over the years served as the ink,writing our tale of friendship. Wine is a living thing, used in rituals to celebrate life and acknowledge... read more

Jul 11, 2011 Posted by Bean

Black Raven Brewing vs EFESTE at Italianissimo

Food lovers rejoice! Beer and Wine can elevate food into a higher plane of deliciousness when the pairing is right. Although wine is well known for the ability to transform the dining experience, many believe that beer is an even better pairing. This Thursday you can decide for yourself when you dine with Black Raven Brewing and EFESTÉ at Italianissimo. Five Beers from Black Raven Brewing Five Wines from... read more

Jun 27, 2011 Posted by Nancy

Glencorrie Wine Tasting AND Bread Baking Demo

When Ronn Coldiron of Glencorrie Winery was in Seattle last fall he stopped by Dish it up! to do a Meet the Winemaker event. He quickly noted that wine is just one of the many alluring facets of the shop. The exhibition kitchen beckoned. He sliced a sample of his crusty baguette for me while explaining how he could do a bread baking demo in the shop the next time he visits. A series of follow up e-mails... read more