Category: Editor’s Picks
Sweet Wine Cocktails From The South of France
by: Melissa Dowling
Wine cocktails use a variety of wine styles, from the old-school spritzer to the prosecco-based Bellini to the New York Sour’s dry red wine float. The …
A Taste of The Cayman Islands
by: Melissa Dowling
A trip to the Caribbean may be out of reach for most right now due to pandemic, but you can dream of warm sun, white sand …
Meet The Mixologist: Keyatta Mincey Parker
by: Melissa Dowling
Atlanta-based bartender Keyatta Mincey Parker brings a diverse background of more than 20 years in the foodservice industry, from hotels to fine dining to dance clubs. Originally …
Wine Region To Watch: China’s Yunnan Province
China’s wine production has gone from strength to strength in recent years. Notable regions include Yantai-Penglai, which produces up to 40% of China’s wine, and Ningxia, …
Feel The Warmth Of Hot Cocktails
by: Melissa Dowling
A hot cocktail is a great way to beat the winter doldrums with a bit of indulgence. And with more people opting to socialize outdoors during …
Green Thoughts: Operators Weigh In On Sustainability
by: Melissa Dowling
Given the current concerns about health brought on by the coronavirus pandemic and growing interest in protecting the environment from climate change, sustainability has become a …
No-ABV Spirits And Sips for 2021
by: Melissa Dowling
Mocktails, spirit-free sips and other no-proof libations are not just for Drynuary or Sober October. Consumers concerned about health and wellness seek ways to cut stop …
Favorite Wines We Drank in 2020
by: Melissa Dowling
We asked our panel of independent wine professionals to recall their favorite bottles they drank in the past year. As always, these selections include brief tasting …
8 Sparkling Cocktails To Ring In 2021
by: Melissa Dowling
Most of us won’t be too sad to see the end of 2020. Holiday celebrations may be smaller and more subdued this year but some festive …
Spirits Brands Reflect On 2020 And Their Plans For 2021
by: Paul Brown
When I headed up the beverage department for a restaurant group, December was always a wonderful time of year. Our restaurants were full of guests eating, …
