It’s not often that Jen is nearby in Woodinville in the mornings. She was due to check out of her comped Willows Lodge room before noon. I knew I could tempt her with breakfast at Barking Frog! My boyfriend and I have been enjoying breakfast on the patio at Barking Frog nearly every Friday lately. He ...

I wanted to show you some wine-themed dishes I stumbled across recently during a shopping foray on Amazon. They’re by Certified International, and the design is called “Gilded Wine.” I’m not sure if these go with the decor in my house, and I probably won’t buy a set of dishes until I’m able to entertain safely indoors more often. But ...

We’d love to have you join us in our cozy private Facebook group this autumn as we read and discuss two wine and alcohol books coming out in Autumn 2021! In November, we’ll read “You Had Me at Pet-Nat,” by Rachel Signer Shop for this book on Amazon (affiliate link) In December, we’ll read “Girly Drinks: A World History of ...

There’s an excellent opportunity to learn more about the wines of Red Mountain here in Washington State over the next month. Beginning on Tuesday, October 19, wine writer Julia Coney is hosting “The Five Pillars oF Red Mountain” virtual series. Every Tuesday for five weeks, this series will explore Red Mountain’s soil, slope, precipitation, wind, and temperature. The events start ...

Have you tried a Tempranillo lately, or are you sticking with your usual Syrah, red wine blend,, or playing it safe with Cabernet Sauvignon? I’d like to suggest you venture out of your comfort zone and try some Washington Tempranillo this autumn! This medium bodied Spanish red wine with medium tannins, plus dark fruit and tobacco flavors  is perfect for ...

  Exciting news for Woodinville’s Metier Brewing Company, Washington State’s only Black-owned brewery! They will play a big role in the upcoming Seattle Mariners expansion building at the former Pyramid Brewing Alehouse! King 5 News just announced that the Mariners have purchased the 30,000 square foot property, historically known as the American Warehouse Company building, as part of a SoDo ...

  We recently visited Amavi Cellars / Pepper Bridge Vineyards at their gorgeously updated Woodinville tasting room and wanted to share it with you! It was awesome to catch up with Lindsey (tasting room manager) and take a look around the pretty space. The updated space has a modern/farmhouse aesthetic, which is so appealing. A generous mix of tables and ...

I finally found a wine event that my beer-drinking boyfriend wants to attend with me! We’ll be going to the Avants Classics on the Green at Chateau Ste. Michelle to sip wine, stroll around the ampitheater and admire rare and vintage automobiles. The event is on Sunday, October 3rd from 1 pm to 5 pm. It’s run by Avants, which ...

We have been really loving our visits to Woodin Creek Village and were very excited to go wine tasting at Bayernmoor Cellars. This tasting room is absolutely gorgeous, and the staff was amazing. With a full kitchen and full-time chef, Torie Barr , the menu is designed to pair perfectly with the wine offerings. Here at Bayernmoor, you have the ...

Today I brought a couple friends to Cascade Cliffs Vineyard in Woodinville to taste incredible Barbera wine. While we were there, I couldn’t resist picking up their Gruner Veltliner. It pairs so well with the vegetarian meals I eat. I also purchased a bottle of their Symphony white wine – a varietal I’d never heard of! My friends raved over ...