Twelve miles off of the coast of the North Island lays one of the wonders of New Zealand, Waiheke Island....
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Ilona writes about wine, spirits, travel and culture focused on celebrating those in pursuit of excellence through vision and creativity. Her articles appeared in multiple food/beverage-focused and lifestyle publications. Ilona is one of the top wine and spirits social media influencers with a critical understanding of digital communication, branding and marketing.
In 2014, I was very fortunate to have experienced some of the greatest meals I have ever had in my...
It has been a phenomenal year in my life-long journey to discover the world’s finest wines. It is that time...
There is Something About Pinot… There are more events dedicated to Pinot Noir in this country than any other...
If one made a movie about Greg La Follette's many occupations, the public would likely consider it a fiction film. Prior to his wine career, he was a bag piper, seminary student, scientist, and groundbreaking cancer researcher. Today, he is one of the most important winemakers of our time.
The first weekend of every November, the Big Sur Food & Wine Festival serves up an extraordinary hedonistic experience against the jaw-dropping backdrop of California's most stunning coastline. The event is a three-day affair that offers a mosaic of wine seminars, walk-around tastings, luncheons, dinners and late-night parties.
During a recent trip to France’s Languedoc region, I was privileged to meet the Fillons. This inspiring young family...
NYCWFF featured more than 100 events spread across various venues in New York City. The festival's second day featured three fantastic events:
