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Ironstone Vineyard, Murphys, CA

Dec 24, 2009

Wineries: When John and Gail Kautz founded Ironstone Vineyards, they wanted to create a magnificent winery that would serve as a legacy for their children’s children.... Read More

Personally Engraved Johnnie Walker Blue Label

Dec 23, 2009  |   Contributor: James Rothaar

Food & Spirits: Here is a gift for the holiday season that’s filled with spirit and originality—a bottle of Johnnie Walker Blue Label with a custom-engraved bottle.... Read More

The Bunnel Family Cellar Prosser, Washington

Dec 21, 2009  |   Contributor: Touring & Tasting

Wineries: Born on a family farm on the banks of the Yakima River, the wines of The Bunnell Family Cellar have recently gone public in a unique spot in Prosser’s Vintner’s Village.... Read More

Six Sigma Ranch, Vineyards & Winery Lower Lake, California

Dec 19, 2009  |   Contributor: Touring & Tasting

Wineries: Art is science at Six Sigma Ranch, Vineyards & Winery. As a management strategy, Six Sigma seeks to remove errors in manufacturing in order to consistently create a high-quality product.... Read More

Hall Wineries in St. Helena & Rutherford, California

Dec 17, 2009  |   Contributor: Touring & Tasting

Wineries: A passion for wine and an unwavering commitment to fostering an unrivaled guest experience first inspired entrepreneurs Craig and Kathryn Hall to establish Hall Wines.... Read More

C. Donatiello Winery, Healdsburg, California

Dec 17, 2009  |   Contributor: Touring & Tasting

Wineries: Set in the heart of the Middle Reach of the Russian River, C. Donatiello Winery is dedicated to the production of this noble region’s finest Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.... Read More

Compass Box Whisky: Small Batch Experts

Dec 10, 2009  |   Contributor: James Rothaar

Scotch Whisky and Spirits: The Compass Box Whisky Company is not a traditional whisky maker of its headquarters.... Read More

Bell Wine Cellars, Yountville, California

Dec 4, 2009  |   Contributor: Touring & Tasting

Wineries: Cloaked in quiet, off the beaten track and south of Yountville, stands Bell Wine Cellars.... Read More

Holiday Drink Ideas From VeeV Vodka

Nov 26, 2009

Fine Spirits: VeeV is the latest luxury spirit, introducing the trendy new acai superfruit into the distilled beverage world.... Read More

Courvoisier Erte Collection Re-releases Cognac for $10,000

Nov 20, 2009  |   Contributor: Christina Stewart

Food & Spirits: For those who appreciate a fine cognac, you may have heard a thing or two about the Erte Collection from Courvoisier, which was first released back in the early 90s.... Read More

The Luxe List: Shopping for Luxury Food, Beverage & Entertaining Gifts - Part 1

Nov 18, 2009  |   Contributor: Merilee Kern

Haute Holiday Gift List: If you're looking for a gift for those who like to eat, drink and make merry, you've come to the right place.... Read More

Black Box Wines: Beyond the Bottle

Nov 3, 2009  |   Contributor: Christina Stewart  |  1 Comment

Fine Wine: Your mother always told you that it's what's on the inside that really counts. The founders of Black Box Wines have taken this old -- yet wise -- adage and applied it to the art of wine... Read More

World's Best Rum

Sep 24, 2009  |   Contributor: Carly Zinderman

How rum is supposed to be: Moët Hennessy, the world's premier luxury spirits producer has introduced 10 Cane, a luxury rum from the brainchild of Hennessy master distiller Jean Pineau.... Read More

Nespresso Espresso Maker, CitiZ, Encapsulates Good Taste

Sep 22, 2009  |   Contributor: Lena Katz

Luxury Appliances: It's quick, easy, precise and comes in many glossy colors and interesting shapes.... Read More

Luxury Salt: Didi Davis Foods

Sep 8, 2009  |   Contributor: Victor and Mary

Think of Didi Davis Foods as a stylist, but instead of updating your closet, your pantry is getting a makeover. That's right my friends, white table salt is so last year and it's time for your condiments to go luxury, starting with pepper's classic partner.... Read More

The Luxe List: Nikki Beach Restaurant: Cabo's Culinary Oasis

Aug 13, 2009  |   Contributor: Merilee Kern

As part of the ultra chic and stylish ME by Meliá beach and spa resort located in the action epicenter of Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, Nikki Beach restaurant is itself an es... Read More

Ducasse to Open First Caribbean Eatery at W Vieques

Jul 28, 2009

Vieques Island opening in November will not only be the first W Retreat & Spa in the Caribbean, it will also be the site of world famous chef Alain Ducasse's first outpost in the region.... Read More

Spectacular Seafood and Sunsets at The Lobster Restaurant Santa Monica

Jul 23, 2009  |   Contributor: Merilee Kern

My family and I recently had the pleasure of visiting a piece of Santa Monica history - The Lobster restaurant - where fine cuisine and sensational sunsets merge to deliver the perfect seaside dining experience.... Read More

Eco-Friendly Caviar

Jul 22, 2009  |   Contributor: Victor and Mary

From its high price, to its being eaten with an exotic shell to it tasting best paired with champagne, just about everything caviar says luxury.... Read More

The Luxe List: Locanda del Lago Restaurant Offers Inimitable Italian Fare

Jul 13, 2009  |   Contributor: Merilee Kern

Located within Santa Monica's infamous outdoor shopping, dining, and entertainment Mecca known as Third Street Promenade, Locanda del Lago is an experience unto itself.... Read More

Bob Bob Ricard: SoHo's Retro English Diner

Jul 16, 2009  |   Contributor: Carly Zinderman

Among the newest ideas in the culinary world is combining the finest epicurean technique with classic dinner flare to create an upscale retro diner. A new leader in this arena is SoHo-based Bob Bob Ricard (BBR).... Read More

Springbank 40-Year-Old Single Malt

Jul 14, 2009

Food & Spirits: Scotland's Ian Macleod Distillers is launching an extremely rare, limited edition Springbank 40 Year Old from its award-winning Chieftain's Single Malt Whisky collection. Distilled in 1968 at the famous Springbank Distillery... Read More

The Luxe List: Eat to the Beat at Anthology San Diego

Jun 29, 2009  |   Contributor: Merilee Kern

My quest for all things "spectacular San Diego" inevitably led me to Anthology -- a distinctive venue offering a combination of avant-garde dining with an eclectic mix of live enterta... Read More

Talisker Club Wins Utah Ultimate Chef Challenge

Jun 26, 2009  |   Contributor: James Rothaar

Culinary News: The Talisker Club is the winner of the prestigious 2009 Utah Ultimate Chef Challenge. The Iron-Chef style competition pits four culinary teams of three chefs each from four of the finest restaurants in Utah. The Taliskser Club... Read More

The Luxe List: George's Ocean Terrace Restaurant

Jun 22, 2009  |   Contributor: Merilee Kern

As the literally translated "jewel" of San Diego, La Jolla is a seaside community rife with fine dining.... Read More

The Luxe List: Culinary Magnificence at The Marine Room

Jun 22, 2009  |   Contributor: Merilee Kern

One of San Diego's brightest culinary jewels is The Marine Room restaurant, not only located in La Jolla Shores, but on it -- quite literally.... Read More

$5,000 Glengoyne 40 Year Old Single Malt

Jun 10, 2009

Fine Spirits: In time for Fathers Day Scotlands storied Glengoyne Distillery is releasing its oldest, most valuable Highland Single Malt to date, the Glengoyne 40 Year Old. The rare whiskey is bottled in a hand-blown Glencairn Crystal... Read More

Dom Perignon's Spring Feast

Jun 9, 2009  |   Contributor: Bernadette Morra

Food & Spirits: The new Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences in Toronto is little more than a crater as wide as a city block. But as construction crews hustle to erect the gleaming structure, the team at the current Four Seasons a few... Read More

The Luxe List:Santa Monica's Ocean and Vine Restaurant Offers Seaside Sophistication, Fab Fare

Jun 1, 2009  |   Contributor: Merilee Kern

Santa Monica's famed Loews Hotel is known for many things: a prime beachfront location, luxe accommodations, fabulous amenities like its full-service, eco-conscious spa and fitness center, and an extremely high caliber of customer service.... Read More

The Luxe List: A Bistro for All Seasons: FIG Restaurant Santa Monica

Jun 1, 2009  |   Contributor: Merilee Kern

A recent trip to Santa Monica led me to one of the region's newest and, dare I say, most impressive restaurants...... Read More

Bilbao's Culinary Delights

May 29, 2009

Family-owned and operated, recently-opened restaurant Zortziko, is quickly gaining speed - and is certainly one thing that is helping Bilbao build its hotspot status.... Read More

Wolfgang Puck Opens Five Sixty in Dallas

May 29, 2009

Fine Dining: Located at the top of Reunion Tower in Dallas, Texas, world renowned chef Wolfgang Puck has opened his latest fine dining restaurant: Five Sixty. Appropriately named, (Five Sixty referring to the staggering 560 foot climb to the... Read More

The Luxe List: Raise Dad's Spirits on Father's Day and Beyond

May 26, 2009  |   Contributor: Merilee Kern

Help Dad relax, unwind and enjoy this Father's Day with a luxe libation. Whether he's a wine or liquor aficionado or simply appreciates a tasty cocktail on occasion, I've found some splendid spirits that will not disappoint.... Read More

Belvedere Announces New Flavor: Belvedere Black Raspberry

May 22, 2009  |  1 Comment

Food & Spirits: Belvedere announces its newest addition to their collection of flavored vodkas: Belvedere Black Raspberry.

Through their use of the artisanal process of maceration, Belvedere has created vodkas with sophisticated... Read More

Krug Champagne Auctions for $21,200

May 13, 2009

The elaborate sophistication of the lifestyles of the wealthy has long been associated with the finest things life has to offer.... Read More

Green Spirits: VeeV

May 12, 2009  |  1 Comment

The best of both worlds, environment conservation and health conservation, is now meeting in your cocktail glass.... Read More

Morimoto: Exclusively at Boca Raton Resort & Club, Florida

Apr 27, 2009

Food & Spirits: From its beginning more than 80 years ago (then as the Cloister Inn), Boca Raton Resort and Club has established a firm grip on its status as an American landmark and quintessential luxury retreat. Its sprawling grounds have... Read More

Veuve Clicquot Ice Jacket 2

Apr 27, 2009

Food & Spirits: Famed French champagne house Veuve Clicquot has released a new version of its Ice Jacket, a high-tech isotherm sleeve tailored to the shape of the Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label bottle and designed to keep it at the perfect... Read More

The Luxe List: WineStation Elation: Appealing Appliance Now Available to All

Apr 22, 2009  |   Contributor: Merilee Kern

True wine connoisseurs will be thrilled to learn that Napa Technology's highly lauded wine preservation and dispensing appliance.... Read More

Nom Du Vin: Baby Naming

Apr 16, 2009  |   Contributor: Alyson Dutch

Food & Spirits: From flying goats to waltzing bears, California vintners seem to enjoy naming their babies in a bottle, almost as much as making the stuff itself. Time-honored labeling traditions that for so long identified wine types by... Read More

Sona: L.A.'s French Laundry

Apr 16, 2009  |   Contributor: Alyson Dutch

Food & Spirits: With the passing of the legendary L'Orangerie, there is room for an L.A.-based chef francoise extraordinaire. Since 2002 that void is being filled by the young and striking Chef David Myers. His gastronimque genius is neatly... Read More

Woodford Reserve Serves Up $1,000 Mint Juleps

Apr 13, 2009

Food & Spirits: On May 2nd at the Kentucky Derby, Woodford Reserve, the official bourbon of the Derby, will offer a one-of-a-kind tribute to jockeys with the ultimate collectible: the world's most exclusive mint julep cup. A collection of 96... Read More

Underwater Restaurant at Conrad Maldives Rangali Island

Apr 3, 2009  |   Contributor: James Rothaar

Underwater Restaurant: Seafood at the Ittha Restaurant probably just drops in and cooks itself! It may appear that way at the world's first all-glass, beneath the sea restaurant at the luxurious Conrad Maldives Rangali Island resort.... Read More

Bruichladdich Releases World's Peatiest Whisky

Apr 3, 2009  |  1 Comment

Food & Spirits: The famed Bruichladdich distillery on Islay in Scotland has released the world's most heavily peated whisky ever, Octomore. Read More

The Luxe List: Bubbling Over with Delight

Mar 22, 2009  |   Contributor: Merilee Kern

Celebrating the joys of a life well-lived and success well-deserved always calls for a toast of champagne. As an aspiring connoisseur, I'm indelibly on the hunt for champagnes that offers a multi-sensory delight even beyond the palate. In this quest I have uncovered Armand de Brignac - a treasure, quite literally.... Read More

Nothing Grey About It

Mar 18, 2009  |   Contributor: Katherine Bond

Food & Spirits: One has to look far and wide for a steakhouse that's not another chain, just not another cog in a vast restaurant group. It's not that I can't enjoy chain-eating, it's just that there's usually a deep character and story... Read More

Top Ten Places to Sip Cappuccino in Italy

Mar 17, 2009  |   Contributor: Andreanne Hamel

From espresso shots in Naples to coffee-flavored gelato in Rome, discover exactly where today's coffee culture got its start by taking a tour of Italy's best cafes.... Read More

Gordon Ramsay Sells Restaurant

Mar 16, 2009

Although Gordon Ramsay at The London West Hollywood opened less than a year ago, it seems that the footballer turned chef has already sold the place, citing money woes.... Read More

Wine: Don't Be Intimidated

Feb 23, 2009  |   Contributor: Brian Lamborn  |  1 Comment

Fine Wine: I am fortunate to have been born and raised in the Napa Valley wine industry. In the early 1970's my grandfather, after purchasing a beautiful agricultural property and considering planting it with melons, found his passion in... Read More

The Luxe List: A Salute to Solaire

Feb 16, 2009  |   Contributor: Merilee Kern

Wine & Spirits Nothing compliments a meal or an evening with friends like a good bottle of wine, and suffice it to say I'm a connoisseur - however self professed. I recently had the pleasure of tasting two new wines from Robert Mondavi's... Read More

Virgin Wine Club

Feb 2, 2009

Fine Wines: It is hard to know what bottle of wine to buy these days with so many choices available. Luckily ,Virgin Wines is here to help figure out just what wine will fit your taste and, of course, budget.

Virgin Wine has... Read More

Champagne Ruinart "My Sweeter Half" Set

Jan 20, 2009

Food & Spirits: Champagne Ruinart, founded in 1729, may be widely lauded not only as the oldest but also one of the most prestigious champagne houses in the world - but that doesn't mean they haven't got a playful side as well. In... Read More

The Macallan Fine & Rare Vintage 1947

Jan 12, 2009

Food & Spirits: Legendary Speyside single malt The Macallan has come out with an extremely precious Fine & Rare Vintage 1947 edition for the ultimate celebratory tipple; but you have to act fast because only five bottles of the luxurious... Read More

 
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