Who says Grappa should taste like you’ve sipped on jet fuel. This Grappa from Marolo is like pure nectar of the grapes. The Brunello Grappa made from 100% Sangiovese grape pomace, the rich flavors from some of the finest Brunello Wines in the region come through as well as the pleasing...

This is coffee perfection. The Nespresso Le Cube is a perfect little machine pumping out the perfect shot of espresso. Small enough for your office so you will never go without. Forget about sending someone down the block to get a cup of mediocre espresso that arrives burnt and cold. This...

This place combines three of my favorite things in the world. Architecture, Wine, Spanish Cuisine. Designed by architect Frank O. Gehry, (Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao, Walt Disney Music Center, L.A.) Located in the heart of the “City of Wine” Spains Rioja region. Nestled among the...

This Amaro Nonino liqueur has a great personality. Perfect for conversation among friends. The amber liquid has an aroma that is as pleasing as it’s taste, with mountain herbs and grape distillates. Unlike Grappa this is distilled from high quality fresh grapes, harvested when...

If I could bottle the south of France and savor it on a warm sunny day, this would be it. Henri Bardouin makes a Pastis which is more refined, more fragrant, more enjoyable than most. I reminisce to the sounds of cicadas and the smell of lavender flowers. The sounds of the sea ebbing and...

For a truly beautiful wine, I recommend this Montefalco Sagrantino from Paolo Bea. It hails from Umbria, Italy and is derived from 100% sagrantino grapes which some say are naturally found in the Umbrian hillside, others say that the sagrantino grapes were harvested by the first Franciscan...

After a long, spirited drive down the twisty and winding roads of Tuscany, I finally reached the village town of Montalcino. Fearing that we were too late to get dinner as the streets were calm and peaceful, we headed towards a small beacon of life known as the Cafe Fiaschetteria. Upon...

At first glance, you might think this is just one of the many beach area homes with its weathered wood facade and large stained glass windows, but step inside and you will be quite surprised. A large velvet booth beckons you as well as the wide selection of drinks behind the well stocked...

With a blend of 100 Year old Cognac, this is a limited taste experience to be sure. Savor it. Bask in it’s glow. You will be tasting what politicians, artists and celebrities have for centuries. The Crystal bottle itself should be mounted in an Art Gallery. For a mere 1500.00 a...

For a taste of something truly sublime, try this hard to find Cognac from Hennessy. Open the smooth, sensual bottle and smell the fresh scent of fruit and grapes and flowers. Not one harsh edge upon drinking it, as it goes down as smoothly as it’s bottle is shaped. This rare blend of...