Personality
Winemaker Gina Gallo is changing the image of her family business, one award-winning wine at a time. Meet the woman who’s behind the label. 

Daring Pairings
At Bernardus Lodge’s famed restaurant Marinus, the best table to nab isn’t in the dining room – it’s in the kitchen with Chef Cal Stamenov. Cal gives us a lesson in California cooking, with French finesse.

The Sensual Side
Amy Reiley, author of the sensual new cookbook, Fork Me, Spoon Me, talks about aphrodisiac foods – and the world’s most seductive wines.

Girlfriend Getaways
Girls on the greens! At these gorgeous resorts you can tee up, taste wine, unwind in the spa and bond with your girlfriends.

Live and Learn
Fresh air, talented chefs, organic ingredients and casual camaraderie – it’s Relish Culinary School, which travels to various Sonoma locations for its unique wine country cooking classes. We dropped in on one down “On the Farm.”

Vin-Ovations
Whether you’re off to the beach, the boat or just the backyard, take your wine out in style with these great accessories.

Expert’s Picks
Pinot Noir is the wine world’s darling and goes with almost everything. We asked Sommelier Virginia Philip from The Breakers in Palm Beach, Florida, for her top Pinot picks.

Regional Road Trip
An hour or so east of Austin, Texas, lies Fredericksburg, a treasure trove of gorgeous scenery, romantic B&Bs and great boutique wineries.

 

Vino Venues
Three must-visit tasting rooms: a castle in Tuscany, a heavenly view in Oregon, and a brand new tasting salon in Napa.

 

How to: Get the Service You Deserve at Restaurants
Are women dining without men seen as second-class citizens? Sometimes. Here’s how to take charge and get R-E-S-P-E-C-T.

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