Pair This: Carabella 2010 Chehalem Mo...
I realize that Pinot Noir paired with salmon is seriously a no-brainer – the two together are almost always a...
Pair This: David Hill Riesling and Tu...
It’s that time of year where I get ready for the holidays and winter months by doing a “spring”...
Pair This: Halloween Wines and Horror...
In my recent post about spooky themed wine, Wickedly Wicked Wines for Halloween, I named my top five wines that are...
Pair This: NxNW Horse Heaven Hills Ri...
We’re having an incredibly outstanding harvest here in the Willamette Valley, some winemakers and vineyard...
Pair This: Pinot Gris and Hummus
In addition to writing on this blog, I’m the Food and Wine Editor for Eugene Daily News where I write two...
Pair This: Latah Creek Monarch Red ...
As soon as I popped the cork on the NV Latah Creek Monarch Red, I knew I’d soon be sipping a big, bold red....
Pair This: Savory Grilled Blueberry P...
It’s August in the Willamette Valley; therefore, the days of sunshine outnumber the days of rain, and I never...
National Watermelon Day! Pair This: W...
Today is Friday, August 3, 2012, and it is National Watermelon Day. I absolutely love watermelon – it’s...
Pair This: BBQ Ribs with King Estate ...
Summer BBQ’s and great wines go hand in hand, and this pairing is certainly no exception. Yesterday was a...
Pair This: Chop Salad with Corn, Snap...
Here I go again, I’m writing about the Abacela 2010 Albariño…again. But, this food and wine...
Delfino Vineyards Muller Thurgau and ...
We were recently camping at my favorite campground on the Oregon Coast, and a rare occurrence happened: there was...
Pair This: Pinot Noir and a Beach Bon...
Ever wonder what the perfect wine is for a bonfire on the beach? Sand, sunset and the warmth of the fire, LaVelle...
Pair This: Mythology Chardonnay &...
This beauty of a Chardonnay was suggested to me via a Facebook friend who said one of her favorite Oregon Chardonnays...
Wine and Cheese Wheel
Wine and cheese? You betcha, and this whimsical wheel will ensure the cheese pairs perfectly with the...
Pair This: Sunsets & Sauvignon B...
This video reminded me of the many gorgeous sunsets I’ve seen over the years. Whether I watch the big fiery ball...
Wine & Cheese – Broadway S...
One of my favorite local wine bars recently designated one day a month to a special evening of wine and cheese...
Pair This: Love & Squalor Riesli...
A little spiciness is all you need to go with that Love & Squalor. I’m not talking about the trials and...
Pair This: Baked Eggs & Sparklin...
Whether you prefer Champagne, Cava, Prosecco or an Oregon Sparkling Wine, this quick and easy baked egg breakfast not...
Pair This: Baked Artichoke & Pin...
Just last week, I discovered a stellar wine and food pairing while I was out for happy hour with friends at the...
Pair This: Seafood & Marlborough...
I almost always get the same thing when I end up at P.F. Changs , but my last visit, I took a delightful detour:...












I've been writing about wine for the South Willamette Wineries Association and Eugene Daily News. I relish in sharing my wine experiences while savoring every sip of every wine.