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Book Review: Amber Revolution by Simon J. Woolf
I’m slightly hazy (unfiltered, perhaps?) on the precise date I first enjoyed an orange wine. I’m guessing it was around 2005 or so. The particular wine, though—that is as sharp and defined…
An Introduction To Wines Of Georgia Geography, Tasting, and Pairing Ideas
Georgian wines are often overlooked in the wine world, with their more famous neighbors of France and Italy sitting at the top of most lists. Made primarily from indigenous grapes like Rkatsiteli and Saperavi, Georgian wines have a distinct character all their own that is usually underrepresented on wine menus. In this post we’ll explore some history on Georgian wines…..
A Supremely Easy Stuffed Peppers Recipe
In Georgia, a supra is a traditional feast that spans several hours and courses, beginning with an array of vegetable dishes like these stuffed peppers. The recipe detailed here is from San Diego’s Pomegranate, one of the longest-running Eastern European restaurants in Southern California…
The NolaDrinks Show – August 13, 2021
On this edition of The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we complete our trilogy on the wines of Georgia! This time, we focus on the central portion of the country, after having previously focused on the east and west as well as other topics such as…
Can Cutting-Edge Technology and Character Coexist in Winemaking?
Grapes are a hardy, resilient fruit. Among the first lessons one learns when studying wine is that grapes should even undergo stress during their time on the vine when grown for high-quality winemaking. And so we can describe the wine industry as…
More Than Amphorae: The Ancient World’s Other Answers to Aging Wine
Increasingly adapted by modern-day wine producers, the age-old practice of vinification using clay containers is becoming more recognized by today’s beverage lovers…
The rise of Georgian wine: unbottling an 8,000-year-old tradition
For decades, Italian and French wine have dominated the European market. But in Georgia, local makers are preparing to grab a piece of this lucrative trade for themselves with a national campaign, a new surge of interest in ancient winemaking techniques, and partnerships with some of the continent’s most-established players.
6 Reasons Why The Country of Georgia Is The Next Big Digital Nomad Hotspot
With borders finally beginning to open up for remote workers, the digital nomad community has been buzzing about this year’s hottest hidden gem destination: Georgia. No, not the American state. Nestled in between Russia and Turkey, this little country packs a punch. This unassuming Eastern European country has been a hot topic this year, and we are here to tell you why.
Champagne With No Bubbles? Thank Climate Change
Still wines from the legendary home of sparklers are becoming more commonplace, and rising temperatures are part of the math that makes them possible.
The 50 Best Wines in the World According to the Experts
Georgia: Kakhuri Gvinis Marani
Qvevri Cabernet-Sapervi 2019
Metaverse Weekly: Snaps’ New AR Acquisition, Roblox Launches Podcast, Facebook Will Be A Metaverse Company, Fox Announces Avatar Singing Competition And More
This week Roblox launched a podcast called “Roblox Tech Talks” with its first episode, “Step Into The Metaverse,” a discussion between CEO Dave Baszucki and Roblox’s CTO Dan Sturman. New podcast episodes will be released every other Wednesday and according to the company, the podcast will cover topics that will analyze in-depth the technological breakthroughs that are building the metaverse. The next episode will be released on August 4.
10 Must-See Attractions in the Country of Georgia
Georgia has long been one of Europe – and the world’s – most underrated countries. But it’s grown in popularity as a travel destination in recent years, as more and more people discover how much this small but beautiful nation has to offer.