Champagne
Happy Hour: Bagrationi Sparkling Wine
Did you know that Georgia produces sparkling wines? No, not the state Georgia, but the country. I didn't either until recently, when I had the chance to taste it's best-known sparkling wine producer, Bagrationi.
What Bubbly Will You Ring in the New Year With?
What Bubbly Will You Ring in the New Year With?
Champagne
Prosecco
Cava
Sparkling wine
I'm celebrating with something other than bubbly.
How Sweet Do You Like Your Champagne?
How Sweet Do You Like Your Champagne?
Brut (very dry — the champagne standard)
Extra Dry (slightly off-dry)
Demi-Sec (sweet)
Other — see my comments below.
Come Party With Me: Harvest Party — Drinks
During the main meal at my harvest-themed dinner party, I'll pair the chicken and risotto with wine. However, before we sit down to the table, I want to treat guests to a luxurious champagne cocktail.
Since a punch easily quenches the thirst of a crowd, I'll be mixing a large bowl of classic champagne punch.
Come Party With Me: Harvest Party — Dessert
A harvest party is an event that celebrates grape-picking, so I'm creating a menu that consists of dishes made with wine.
One of my favorite desserts to order when dining out is pears poached in wine. Although the technique is relatively simple, I've never poached pears at home.
Christian Louboutin Champagne: Love It or Hate It?
From logo lollipops to stylish cupcakes, the merging of fashion and food isn't new. What I haven't seen, however, is a Champagne glass shaped like a shoe! Designed by famed shoe maker Christian Louboutin, this glass slipper was created to coincide with the launch of the brand's own Champagne.
Come Party With Me: Anniversary — Drinks
There is one detail of my parents' 1976 wedding that I have always been fascinated by. No, it wasn't the fact that my mom's dress was too big or that my dad was upset when she smashed carrot cake into his face. It is the Champagne fountain that mesmerizes me.
Happy Hour: Pommery POP America
With its delightful dryness and light, fizzy body, it's easy to pledge your allegiance to Pommery POP Champagne ($11.99).
A stylish wine with a pale yellow color, POP has a floral nose, creamy mouth feel, and subtle citrus flavor. I like POP for its smooth drinkability; it's refreshing and tastes great on its own.
Party Fabulous: Simple Strawberry-Mint Glass Garnish
For the past two and a half years, I've complained about everything from a lack of utensils to an unfriendly hostess in my regular column called, Party Foul. Well, guess what? I don't just want to focus on the bad.
All About Bubbly: A Guide to Champagne Jargon
Whether you're celebrating a wedding, honeymoon, graduation, or just the fact that it's Friday, you're probably raising a glass of champagne. Of course, not all sparkling wine is classified as champagne, and that's just the start of the confusing jargon. To help you choose the bubbly that's right for you, I've put together a guide to all of the relevant vocab, so you can sort out the doux from the cru.
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