What is a Super Tuscan Wine?
You know how parents say they don’t have a favorite child…but secretly they really do? As a…
How to Pair Wine and Cheese Like an Italian: A Beginner’s Guide
The practice of pairing wine with cheese goes back literally thousands of years, according to historians. And…
The Differences Between Italian and Italian American Cuisine
Last week, I introduced myself to a new acquaintance and happened to mention that I am Italian…
Wine Ratings Explained: Do They Matter?
About three years ago, I wrote a blog post for a winery I worked for at the…
The Italian American Thanksgiving: Beyond Turkey and Pumpkin Pie
Thanksgiving feasts across America often include classic dishes like oven roasted turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin…
The Top 3 Italian Wines to Pair with Thanksgiving Dinner
You know the traditional American Thanksgiving foods: turkey, pumpkin pie, stuffing, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes. And if…
The Top 10 Most Italian States, Counties, and Cities in America
For anyone familiar with Italian American culture, it probably comes as no surprise that New York City…
How These Italian Icons Built the U.S. Wine Industry
The American wine industry has a rich and storied history. The most significant contributors to the growth and development…
Tannins vs. Acidity in Wines
One of the things I get asked about most when it comes to wine tasting is: “How…
Top 3 Italian Wine Pairings for Chicken Parmesan
Chicken Parmigiana, also known as Chicken Parmesan or more affectionately “Chicken Parm”, is another classic Italian American…