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6 BBQ Wines + Pairings for Summer
6 BBQ Wines + Pairings for Summer

Allisun Groat has once again provided us with six amazing wines at a very reasonable price. Plus they’re perfectly suited for BBQ Wine pairings and summer favorites. France kicks it off with a French Beaujolais, a BiotifulFOX which is a French certified biodynamic/organic and a Pinot Blanc from Alsace. Allisun heads south to Italy for a favorite Cuvée Rosé Prosecco and then back to the USA for a RouteStock Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa then finishes with an Arista Pinot Noir from the Russian River Valley, Sonoma, California! Cheers to Summer Wines by the Grill!

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Food & Drink, Beer and WineCynthia SutterAllisun Groat, Wilson Daniels, Jeio by Bisol Cuvée Rosé Prosecco, Italy, Chateau du Moulin-à-Vent Couvent des Thorins Beaujolais, France, BiotifulFOX Rouge 2018, Rhone, RouteStock Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley, California, Arista Pinot Noir Russian River Valley, Sonoma, Pierre Sparr Pinot Blanc Alsace, Summer Wine Tips, BBQ Wine TipsComment
The Best Pink Sand Beaches Around the World
The Best Pink Sand Beaches Around the World

Whether you’ve got cabin fever and need an escape or you’re kids spring break is on the horizon: this list from afar.com of The Best Pink Sand Beaches Around the World, is sure to provide some dreamy vacation choices.

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Celebrations, Travel StoriesCynthia SutterCindi Sutter, afar.com, Lottie Gross, Shutterstock, Elafonsisi, Greece, Pfeiffer Beach, California, Horseshoe Bay Beach, Bermuda, Rum Bum Beach Bar, Pink Sands Beach, Pink Sand Resort, Princess Street Gallery, Famous Brian’s BBQ, Crane Beach, Barbados, The Crane Hotel, Elafonisi, Crete, Greek island, Elafonisi Kite Club, Great Santa Cruz Island, the Philippines, Tangsi Beach, Lombok, Indonesia, Komodo Island, The Ultimate Beach Vacation Packing List Comments
The Best 'Champagnes' Under $15 That Aren't André
The Best 'Champagnes' Under $15 That Aren't André

This list of Champagnes, Proseccos and more will provide you with a sure fire hit for your New Year’s parties. Lisa Elbert did all the homework for you and covered Italy, Spain, France, Germany, Washington, New Mexico and California. CHEERS and you’re welcome!

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Food & Drink, Drinks and SpiritsCynthia SutterLisa Elbert, Best Champagnes under $15, BROOKE SAGER, thrillist.com, Pressmaster/Shutterstock, Ben Parker/Shutterstock, BLACKDAY/Shutterstock, Svittlana/shutterstock, Ruffino Prosecco, Valdobbiadene, Italy, Vilarnau Brut Reserva Rosé D.O. Cava, Barcelona, Spain, Tiamo Organic Prosecco, Anna de Codorniu Dulce, Cava, Lila Sparkling, Veneto, Bellafina Pink Moscato, Mezza di Mezzacorona, Trentino, Freixenet Carta Nevada brut cava, Catalonia, Boyer blanc de blancs, France, Loosen Bros. "Dr. L" sparkling riesling, Mosel, Germany, Domaine Ste. Michelle "Michelle Brut, " Washington, USA, Lamberti prosecco, Gruet brut, New Mexico, Coppola "Sofia 4-Pack Mini" blanc de blancs, California, Lini 910 "Labrusca" lambrusco rosso, Emilia-RomagnaComment
“O zapft is!”
“O zapft is!”

Marty Nopper provides details on the Top 10 Oktoberfest parties you don’t have to go to Munich to enjoy + six of his favorite Oktoberfest beers with an essence of “pumpkin.” So…Consider Marty the mayor of Brautown and hear me slur, ‘O’ zapft is!’. Drink up! Party on!

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Food & Drink, Beer and WineCynthia SutterMarty Nopper, Marty's Musings of Beer, Oktoberfest, Munich, Germany, 182nd Oktoberfest, Sept.19 through Oct. 4, Top 10 Octoberfest parties, bustle.com, #10 Las Vegas, Nevada - Hofsbrauhaus, 9. Frankenmuth, Michigan, 8. New Braunfels, Texas, 7. Leavenworth, Washington, 6. New Ulm, Minnesota, 5. San Francisco, California, 4. Denver, Colorado, 3. La Crosse, Wisconsin, 2. Mount Angel, Oregon, 1. Cincinnati, Ohio, O’Connor Brewing Co.- Punkelweisse, Dogfish Head Brewing Co.- Punkin Ale, Alewerks Brewing Company- Pumpkin Seasonal Selection, Rogue Ales- Pumpkin Patch Ale, Hardywood Brewing Company- Farmhouse Pumpkin, Legend Brewing Company—OktoberfestComment
THE BEST 'CHAMPAGNES' UNDER $15 THAT AREN'T ANDRÉ
THE BEST 'CHAMPAGNES' UNDER $15 THAT AREN'T ANDRÉ

Take heed and stock up -- bubbles are in demand and holiday markdowns are a beautiful thing. Get into the holiday spirit and fill your glass with these bargain bubbles, because next year is going to be better… probably. 

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Food & Drink, Beer and WineCynthia SutterLisa Elbert, lisaelbert.com, @4lease, RIP Harambe, Brexit, Champagnes under $15, Freixenet "Carta Nevada" brut cava, Catalonia, Spain, Boyer Blanc de Blancs, France, Loosen Bros. "Dr. L" sparkling riesling, Mosel, Germany, Domaine Ste. Michelle "Michelle Brut, " Washington, USA, Lamberti Prosecco, Veneto, Italy, Domaine Chandon "Limited Edition" Blanc de Noirs, California, Lini 910 "Labrusca" lambrusco rosso, Emilia-Romagna, Coppola "Sofia 4-Pack Mini" Blanc de Blancs, Gruet Brut, New Mexico, Garrubba "Incanto Rosa" rosé, CalabriaComment