On Oct. 5 and 6, Chicago is set to host the second edition of Vinitaly.USA, an exhibition bringing together hundreds of Italian wine producers and thousands of buyers across North America. Vinitaly.USA showcases the dynamic nature of Italian wines and offers over 30 masterclasses and other events for attendees to network, learn, and taste. And …
In case you’ve missed it, Chili’s is having a bit of a moment right now. And that moment doesn’t appear to be ending anytime soon. Founded by Larry Lavine in Dallas in 1975, Chili’s Grill & Bar slowly expanded across six states until it was purchased by restaurateur Norman Brinker in 1983. Under Brinker’s ownership, …
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Our US editor puts his palate on the line again, this time with an American single malt.
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Continuing a 172 year family wine legacy in a new wine business
Bob Paulinski, Master of Wine discusses and tastes three Pinot Noirs, one from the Languedoc, a Premier Cru Burgundy, along with an example from China. He pr…
Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Austin, Texas, announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the majority stake in LALO Tequila, one of the fastest-growing tequila brands in the United States.
France has revoked approval for 20 copper fungicides, leaving growers facing new limits and fears of losing key tools against downy mildew.
In this week’s episode, we discuss Direct-to-Consumer wine laws are changing in three states, the average DTC bottle price has soared to $52, and blind tasti…
September 23, 2025 (Panzano in Chianti, Italy) — At over 500 metres above sea level, among silence and wind, harvest at Montefili is never a mechanical gesture: it is a ritual […]