These wines have taken off, and I am happy to be on the cusp of trends watching these fabulous Slow Wines "come into their own."
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NYC Slow Wine 2016 — A Tasting Festival of Superb Wines From Italy
This walk around tasting featured many small-scale winemakers who are using traditional techniques.
Read More »Favorite Toys Christmas 2015
A completely subjective list of favorite toys left by Santa this year.
Read More »The Holiday Train Show at the New York Botanical Garden is Better Than Ever
I didn't think NYBG could top itself, but this year the Holiday Train Show is even more magnificent than in the past.
Read More »Five Tips for Maximizing Fun at Tailgates
LeeAnn Weintraub, LA-based registered dietician and nutrition consultant, is such a nice, caring, and considerate lady. In her recent nutrition column, “Tips for mindful eating at tailgates.” she gives thoughtful, well considered advice on how to totally ruin the experience. If you follow her advice, you might as well stay home, eat a salad with non-fat dressing and watch Oprah re-runs. Let’s make a few corrections to her "5 ways to eat right at tailgate parties."
Read More »Residential Yachts: A Second Home on a Cruise Ship
In conference with the captain, residents set the ship's travel plans for the year. On board there's a grocery store, private chefs for hire, a spa, a gym, a jogging track, swimming pools, and golf.
Read More »Summer Vacation Checklist: 10 Things to Do Before Leaving Home
Don’t be stressed during your break from reality. Use this summer vacation checklist to keep you organized and prepared for your time away from home.
Read More »Movie Review: ‘A LEGO Brickumentary’ Coming to a Theater Near You!
"A LEGO Brickumentary" is a lovingly imagined exploration of the world of the LEGO brick: the history, the art, the creativity in a fun, and often amusing new documentary.
Read More »Glorious June – Dads, Grads, and Summer Vacation!
It just so happens that this June my family has six graduations to celebrate – so by the time we get to that third Sunday in June this year – Father’s Day for those of you who don’t know – I am probably going to be wiped out and wishing just to be able to watch the NY Mets game if possible.
Read More »Game Toys Review: Gear Ball and Brainstring Advanced by Recent Toys
For parents and kids, the Gear Ball and Brainstring Advanced from Recent Toys are hours of fun, with the small chance of therapy bills after they drive you crazy.
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