"Above the Clouds" - the name of this blog, is an appropriate one for this post! Internet is everywhere these days - always nice to be working/surfing at 35,000 feet where I currently am! It appears that we are over the Texas panhandle on the way to DFW for a stopover and then down to southern Alabama where a group of travel, wine and food journalists will treated to some Alabama hospitality over the next week and especially to some excellent … [Read more...]
Wrapping up Harvest Napa Valley!
During the last 15 years I have been visiting, tasting and reviewing Napa wineries (The Napa Wine Project). This project to date has reached 10,000+ hours, 1,030 visits, tastings and extensive reviews of unique Napa Valley based wineries, producers or tasting rooms; eventually I have to write a book about this unique experience. During the project I met Emil Tedeschi, owner of Tedeschi Family Winery and I have been working here when I'm in town … [Read more...]
The Critic
The Critic by Peter May A murder mystery of a famed American Wine critic takes place in the vineyards of South West France. This wine critic was found literally pickled in wine hanging in the vineyards. Additional murders soon follow. Join Scottish investigator Enzo Macleod as he tries to track down this horrible crime. Enzo even takes a side trip to the wine country of California in the "hunt". … [Read more...]
Best of Switzerland Experience
THE BAUR AU LAC AND BEAU-RIVAGE PALACE JOIN TOGETHER FOR A 'BEST OF SWITZERLAND' EXPERIENCE New York - November 10, 2010: Switzerland's top two hotels, the Baur au Lac in Zurich and the Beau-Rivage Palace in Lausanne, have come together to offer a new 'Best of Switzerland' package. The four-night itinerary starts in Zurich at the Baur au Lac, located steps from Lake Zurich as well as the city's main shops and sites, where highlights … [Read more...]
Get-Aways for the Holiday Season 2010
London and York, two essentially English Hotspots! Many people celebrate the holidays in their own homes that can sometimes be absolutely marvellous, and sometimes not so especially when much planning and work are incurred. Of course, if you are smart, you will check the brochures and airlines for another way to enjoy the holiday season and I am happy to share two wonderful venues with you. Hyatt Regency London - The Churchill Set in … [Read more...]
Houdini Seance Evening at The Magic Castle, Los Angeles
"Open sesame." I asked the secret passageway through the bookcase to reveal itself. "Open sesame!" I commanded, an octave lower. Nothing. I looked at my friends, the ten of us pressed close together in the bustling hallway, but they were all there for the first time as well. I stomped my foot. "OPEN--" The creaky bookcase swung open, and we hurriedly followed the guide inside. For my fortieth birthday I had decided to celebrate with the Houdini … [Read more...]
A Visit to Francis Ford Coppola Winery
A few days ago we made the trek up to see the progress on the Francis Ford Coppola Winery in northern Sonoma County - about 1 hour and 20 minutes north of San Francisco California (with good traffic). While the focus is on the wine here there is actually quite a bit to explore on the property - 2 large pools, a restaurant, of course a movie collection, several tasting bars, bocce courts etc. The pools opened sometime this fall and … [Read more...]
Francis Ford Coppola Winery
We recently visited Francis Ford Coppola's winery and estate (Francis Ford Coppola Winery) in northern Sonoma County which with good traffic is about 1 hour and 20 minutes north of San Francisco California. The location is a rather bucolic one, the winery is nestled against the hills surrounded by vineyards. We have visited hundreds of wineries over the years; this one is unique. While wine is the focus of their operations here, the estate offers … [Read more...]
Experience Napa Without Spending a Cent
Morton's & Mondavi Want to Give Someone the VIP Napa Valley Treatment Wine lovers may get the chance to experience Napa like never before. Morton's The Steakhouse just started a sweepstakes to win a trip for two to Napa Valley. Not only will the winners receive free airfare, but they will also get exclusive access to the 'Celebrating the Legendary Blend' event at Charles Krug Winery. For the first time, the 2nd and 3rd generation of the … [Read more...]
Vino Amici Wine Mummy
Vino Amici Wine MummyTM (Reviewed: Sep 2010) is the perfect item for wine lovers who travel - and how many wine lovers do you know who do not travel!? Each Wine MummyTM is an innovative black sealed padded bag that zips at the top. This is the perfect way to protect your valuable wine when transporting it or checking it into your suitcase when flying. It is large enough so that it holds a variety of wine bottles all the way up to a Champagne … [Read more...]
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