About the Author:  Julie Overstreet currently resides in Hawaii while her husband is serving in the U.S. Navy.  She has lived in Coronado twice and has every intention of moving back a third time for good.  Afterall, the third time is the charm!  

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Have you ever wondered about the shapes of wine bottles? Are the different shapes random happenstance or are they part of a great plan?  Believe it or not, the shapes 

I was reading an article on www.wineeconomist.comby Mike Veseth. He pointed out how human conflict sooner or later reveals itself in wine. I find this thought-provoking -  history has shown us this reality and it is certainly present today whether across borders, states, or even…

I am taking a course through Sonoma State University and this link was on my syllabus as useful information.

It shows just what an old-world art form barrel making still is.  It was fun to see this video was from "Goosecross Cellars" as this is who I did my latest project on for this course!

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I have some great followers on Deep Red Cellar and I appreciate you letting me indulge in spouting off about the pleasures of food and wine.

Scott Pugh, a friend and wine-enthusiast, is one such follower.  He wrote asking questions that have come up as he advances in his personal wine enjoyment.  I thought the questions were good so wanted…

I've eaten at Saiko Sushi several times and think "I should really write about this place in my blog." Well the time is now - this place deserves some kudos! Both the food and service are fantastic! The wait-staff and owners are friendly and appreciative of their customers. Something I find very…

The taunting did not last long.  I found myself back at Caffe Calabria Saturday evening trying their pizza.  I don't know if it was because it had been over a year since I sunk my teeth into true Neapolitan pizza or if it was just because I really, really wanted the food to be sort of…

Chef Celestina will be joining us at WineStyles Friday 5/27 for a delicious

Wine & Food Pairing event.  Enjoy a complimentary sample of 

Lemon Fusilli & Arugula with the wine tasting. …

6 for $60 BLOWOUT SALE!
Now through Memorial Day, mix and match any 6 wines and get the 7th for only $1. Our expanded 6 for $60 selections offers incredible wine selections from various regions and producers all for only $10 each. 

Purchase any 6 wines and receive the 7th for only $1 now through Memorial Day!

I met Laura through this website when she read my article on a trip to Montalcino. I was sadden to learn I was a stone's throw from Il Palazzone while tromping around Montalcino and missed their winery entirely. Laura and I have become "Internet friends" over the last year as I've become enamoured with Il Palazzone. I was thrilled Laura took the time out of her…

Meet Winemaker, Robert Pepi at WineStyles Friday 9/10!

Robert…