Ojai Food + Wine 2026

In March I attended The Ojai Food + Wine Festival, which, in my humble opinion, has quickly found its footing as one of the country’s most compelling culinary gatherings, and in just its third year, already feels like a fully realized statement of purpose, joining the ranks of the FOOD & WINE Classic in Aspen … Read more

FOOD & WINE Classic in Charleston

Why you should come to the FOOD & WINE Classic in Charleston next year! This is the East Coast version of the brand’s venerable Classic in Aspen; easier to get to and a little less expensive. I had the pleasure of presenting two seminars at the FOOD & WINE Classic in Charleston a couple of … Read more

Best Wineries to Visit This Summer

8 Must-Visit American Wineries for a Perfect Summer Getaway From the misty hills of Oregon to the sunny slopes of Sonoma, here’s where to sip your way through the season. Summer’s here, and there’s no better way to soak it all in than with a wine glass in hand — preferably at the source. We’ve … Read more

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Jewels of Sonoma County

Jewels of Sonoma County The winegrowing region that shares its eastern border with a far morefamous neighbor, Napa Valley, Sonoma stands proudly in plain sight. I’m just back from hosting a couple of really fun wine tastings at the third annual Healdsburg Wine & Food Experience, a festival hosted by FOOD & WINE in collaboration … Read more