Passport Renewals by Wendy VanHatten It’s a new year and with any luck we’ll be traveling again. Now is a good time to look at your passport. Double check the expiration date. Is it valid for at least six months past the dates of any planned international trips? Since passports […]
What do Oprah Winfrey, Magic Johnson, Presidents Clinton, Eisenhower and Joe Biden and the Duke and Duchess of Windsor have in common? They’ve all stayed at the historic Biltmore Hotel in the exclusive Coral Gables area of Miami, Florida. As the esteemed and storied property recently celebrated its 95th Anniversary—having […]
When one thinks of Miami, visions of sun-kissed surf, blue skies and warm sand indelibly (and rightfully) come to mind. Glorious year-round weather and top-ranked seashores aside, this cosmopolitan metropolis is also revered for its progressive culinary scene replete with world-class dining options. For my part, the more unorthodox the […]
Limoux de Cremant by Wendy VanHatten This time of year is a great time to bring out the Champagnes and the sparkling wines. One of my favorites is from the Limoux region in France. We enjoyed when we traveled there and now enjoy it at home. Limoux is a […]
Cap Canaille by Wendy VanHatten You can’t miss it. If you’re in the town of Cassis, France, it sits high above the deep blue Mediterranean and the boat-filled harbor. Just turn away from the water and look up from the streets. It’s the Cap Canaille massif. An immense, imposing stone […]
Acquiesce Winery by Wendy VanHatten One of our pleasures is finding interesting wines. Usually this involves travel. This year is a little different in that aspect, however. So, I’ll remember last year! Last year we discovered a winery located in Lodi, California. This winery owner and winemaker makes terrific white […]
