12 classic wine and cheese pairings to consider: Pinot Noir and Gruyere, Aged Port and Blue Stilton, Champagne and Brie, Moscato d’Asti and Gorgonzola, Tempranillo and Idiazabel, Sauvignon Blanc and goat cheese, Cabernet Sauvignon and aged cheddar, Provence Rosé and Havarti, Riesling and Raclette, Chianti Classico and Pecorino Toscano, Vermentino and Fiore Sardo or Malbec… Read More »Wine and Cheese Day

Scotch whisky is malt whisky or grain whisky (or a blend of the two), made in Scotland. Scotch whisky must be made in a manner specified by law. Did you know: The first known written mention of Scotch whisky is in the Exchequer Rolls of Scotland, 1494. Scotch whisky was known as aqua vitae, Latin… Read More »Scotch Day

First observed in 2015 by Traveler Beer Company in Burlington, Vermont, Refreshment Day celebrates the hottest time of the year with cold refreshment (beer). Promotions: drink specials, enough said.

Historically, the name refers to the wine produced around the city of Shiraz in Persia/Iran. In the current era, "Shiraz" is an alternative name for the Syrah grape, mostly used in Australia and South Africa. The modern "Shiraz" grape is identical to Syrah and originated in southeast France with no established connection to the city… Read More »Shiraz Day

Lasagne are a type of wide, flat pasta, possibly one of the oldest types of pasta. Lasagne, or the singular lasagna, is also an Italian dish made of stacked layers of this flat pasta alternating with fillings such as ragù and other vegetables, cheese, and seasonings and spices such as garlic, oregano and basil. Pairing: