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The Mediterranean diet is celebrated for its deliciously vibrant flavors and numerous health benefits, and I’ve always considered it the rock-solid foundation of Europe’s culinary heritage. This diet is more than just a way of eating; it’s a complete lifestyle, embraced by folks living along the Mediterranean in France, Italy, Spain, and Greece.  The core…

Ultra-processed foods have weaseled their way into becoming a significant part of the modern American diet. This insidious cocktail of food-like compounds is characterized by their high levels of processing, stripping them clean of nutritional value while enhancing flavor, texture, and shelf life through artificial additives, preservatives, and other chemical voodoo. 

There’s a certain thrill in bending the rules, especially regarding wine. Sticking to the classics is, by all means, a safe bet; however, embracing your inner wine geek and pouring the unfamiliar at the Thanksgiving table can lead to pleasurable surprises. Perhaps you’ve discovered a new love for orange wines, or you may find that the fruity purple effervescence of a dry Lambrusco unexpectedly elevates your green bean casserole and sweet potato pie. The point is, Thanksgiving, at its core, is about coming together, sharing, and celebrating — and what better way to do that than by sharing a new wine experience?