Bon Vivant DC

12/15/2018

Check out this article in Washington Post where I give champagne pairing tips. They're not what you might guess!

WINE | . . . and steak, fish and popcorn, too. Keep its food-friendliness in mind.

05/16/2018

Kids and winetasting? Yes, at certain places and under certain circumstances!

I’ve written about this before, a few years ago, and the response — not unexpectedly — was mixed. A lot of people in and around the industry agree, but there are also those who think it’s irresponsible of me to suggest that it’s okay to go wine tasting with your kids. Those who disagree ar...

05/04/2018

Latest DC pop up!

BYOF (bring your own fascinator)

04/25/2018

Head here to sip the finest beers, wines, and cocktails around

04/09/2018

French transit strikes + Champagne week

You’ve heard about the Air France strikes and the rail strikes in France – and some of you are worried about how they might affect your trip to the Champagne region during Champagne Week. Here are the facts without hysteria or hyperbole: The strikes affecting the Société nationale des chemins ...

04/04/2018

The Garden State has not always been a go-to for wine, but these winemakers are focusing on quality over quantity, and producing bottles ranging from Chardonnay to Grüner Veltliner that deserve a place on your shelf.

03/08/2018

Happy ! Check out what some of the most amazing ladies of are up to!

“We want to create a space for women in the industry.” - Anne Mallasagne, Champagne AR Lenoble

In a region known for the historic contributions of Lily Bollinger and The Widow Cliquot, there is a new generation of women looking to make their mark on Champagne. Where tradition is manifest and competition fierce, quality, cooperation, and diversity have brought these women of Champagne together...

03/07/2018

When & beauty worlds collide!

My first story for is live. It’s all about , my love of fragrance, and finding a balance between both. It’s very hard. I enjoyed writing a story combining my two loves - wine and fragrance. This collage by Julia Lea perfectly represents me. In the words of Icd Cube, today has been a good day. {Link in profile}

03/01/2018

Can’t wait to check this out!!! Spring has officially sprung, DC!

Drink Japanese-inspired cocktails from March 1 through April 29

02/27/2018

Orange wine in VA & MD!

Virginia A Look at Orange Wine Trials at Veritas Winery/Flying Fox Vineyard By Aaron Menenberg February 26, 2018 No Comments Share Tweet Google+ Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email + In May of last year, I went on vacation to the Republic of Georgia. Most people are surprised when I use “vacation” t...

12/29/2017

Bargain wines of the year!

Spend as little as $8 a bottle, and you’ll have a mixed case full of delights and surprises.

12/09/2017

About tonight's champagne tasting...When you welcome your guests with this, you know it's gonna be a great night!

Just the start to tonight's epic Champagne tasting . Many thanks to for helping us ease guests into the weekend in such gracious fashion.
A beautiful wine to welcome guests before delving into flights of 1982 and 1990 champagnes from & .
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