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Wine Trivia
There are several myths that make good wine trivia. These myths and truths are a great way to quiz your wine loving friends and give them and yourself and education at the same time. Here are the top ten wine myths revealed.
1. Aged Wine is Better than Young Wine
Not all wines require aging. In fact, many wines are intended to be drunk young and they do not require aging. Typically, red wines that have high tannins are the only wines that require aging. There are also some white wines that...
Types of Wine Glasses
The type of wine glass that you serve your wine in can have a dramatic impact on the flavor and quality of the wine. There are many factors associated with wine glasses that may add or subtract from the wines flavor, appearance and quality. There are also some glassware basics that should be considered when choosing glasses.
For a home wine-connoisseur, you may need to take your wine glass selection very seriously. For those individuals that enjoy a variety of different types of wine, you...
Selecting Wines at Restaurants
Selecting a good wine off of a wine list can be a real challenge, especially if you have never heard of them before. You meal wont likely be ruined by your wine selection, but you want to be able to enjoy your food and your wine together. Here are a few strategies to help.
The first strategy is to know which wines are food-friendly. You want your food to pair well with your wine selection. If you are ordering a bottle or two for a whole table, you will want a versatile wine that goes with...
How To Serve Wine
Perhaps you have selected an occasion to open that special bottle of wine that you have been saving, or maybe you are hosting a dinner party. Knowing how to properly open, serve, and enjoy your wine will make the experience that much more memorable, as well as allow you to experience the wine that much more fully. Wine service has a few basic elements of importance, including temperature of the wine, opening the bottle, allowing the wine to breathe, choosing glasses, and pouring.
The...
Calories In Wine
Most people have a general idea how many calories they consume when it comes to solid foods, although it is quite common to forget that when we drink, we are still consuming calories. Alcohol drinkers, especially wine drinkers, may be surprised at the calorie intake associate with wine. So how many calories are in wine?
The answer depends on your discernment. Most wines come in under the 100 calorie mark per glass. This is assuming that you are using the appropriate wine glasses. There are...
12 Ways To Fix Steak
Sometimes we get in a rut and eat the same thing over and over again. Well, if youve been fixing steak for the past few years in the same old ways, its time for your taste buds to come alive with flavor. Its time for your spirit to soar with joy when you stimulate your new taste buds in very different ways. Here are some ideas for you on different ways to fix steak.
1. Add a Touch of the Ocean
Cut a slit in a steak thats one and a half inches thick and stuff a raw oyster in it. Skewer the...
Entertaining on a Budget
With the economy the way it is people are looking for ways to have fun with less money. Your family and friends are being more cautious with their spending. Dining out is a luxury that most people have placed on the back burner and they are not spending money on other forms of entertainment either. Going to the movies, playing miniature golf and even a trip to the local waterslide are all fun, but they are expensive. Many families are cutting these extras out of their budgets.
There are...
Lowering The Monthly Grocery Bill
Do you ever wonder how in the world you spend so much on groceries? If so, you are not alone. Each day millions of people just like you are scouring the internet for tips and tricks to lowering the monthly grocery bill. Groceries are astronomical and there is one sure fire way to achieve this that is almost too simple to be true! But it is!
The trick is to NEED LESS. When you grocery shop you are actually being subjected to so many subliminal sales messages and marketing pressures that you...
Ensure Your Dog is Safe This Thanksgiving
Ah, the leaves are changing from shades of green and melting into amber hues yellows and bright, bold reds. Add that to the backdrop of a crisp, blue sky and its as if heavens paint box has spilled over! From pumpkins and spice to pies and turkey filled tummies, the arrival of the holidays bring a sense of excitement into the air . . . but what about our furry friends? How can we make this special time of year sweet, safe and salvia provoking yummy for them too? Read on to find out . ....
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