Shiok! Keeping Singaporean food real, yummy, and in the family
Shiok (pronounced ‘shook’ and meaning ‘feels good’ or in the context of food, ‘tingling tastebuds’) is a Singaporean restaurant tucked away on a small side…
Food & Wine
Food and wine adventures in California and beyond. Restaurant reviews, recipes, wine tastings, and culinary trends with a creative twist.
Snowless getaway fun at Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
Decorated from nature's crayon box of burnt sienna, piney forest green and antique rose gold, the hotel exudes an upscale western vibe, reminiscent of a…
Sacramento: Surprisingly fun
Since 1849, when early settlers came west hoping to find gold and glory, Sacramento has maintained a firm grip on preserving its history. Old Sacramento,…
The Inn at Park Winters: Sample the slow life in style
Yolo is a hidden piece of paradise and only about an hour's drive from the San Francisco Bay area.
Stylish Amsterdam Girlfriend Getaway
I always felt that Amsterdam was a microcosm of Europe’s finest offerings and therefore the perfect introduction for a newbie.
3 Napa red wines worth your attention
Think outside the varietal this summer with these classy Napa red wine blends courtesy of Ehlers Estate, Hall, and Franciscan Estate.
Planter Box DIY: Jeff gets a hand from his 4-year-old son (PHOTOS)
This is the first time I've received father-son photos. I had to share them. Look how adorable four-year-old Emmett looks working with Dad in the…
U.S. Wine Sales Break Record
Chardonnay is still king, capturing 21% of all wine sales. Next popular varietals include Cabernet Sauvignon (12%), Merlot (9%), and Pinot Grigio/Gris (8%).
A tulip is a tulip is a tulip except at La Conner, Wa.
The charming waterfront town of La Conner offers the perfect base camp to view the hundreds of acres of rainbow colored tulips as well as…
In Napa: Cathy Corison, the no-compromise fine winemaker (Video)
"This terroir deserves wines that can be aged." Cathy Corison doesn't do trends. The esteemed winemaker--27 years in the business--also doesn't give two hoots about…