Opinion
Posted on: October 15th, 2015
by Taryn Jeffries
Every year the Arizona Foothills Magazine comes up with nominees for the best of the best throughout our great Valley. The categories cover your favorite radio stations, local tv personalities,...
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Posted on: July 21st, 2015
by Tom Peiffer
Moving right along with all the “leaping” happening in the world of wine, we’ve had Stag’s Leap, then Frog’s Leap, later appears Javelina Leap and now along comes Flying Leap. ...
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Posted on: June 26th, 2015
by Tom Peiffer
It’s nearly impossible to come close to logging all the Italian restaurants that have reliably delicious Chiantis on their wine lists. Consider one of these, the ever-popular Nipozzano. Fortunately for...
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Posted on: June 16th, 2015
by Tom Peiffer
In Spain, Tapas are not only at the top of the menus, they also feature seafood, veggies and spices in an endless combination of flavors. And this is a situation...
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Posted on: May 7th, 2015
by Taryn Jeffries
Last Wednesday, April 29th, the Francis Ford Coppola Winery began a tour that will take them to ballparks all over the country. They will be introducing their wines to the...
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Posted on: April 30th, 2015
by Tom Peiffer
When it comes to “defining the market” for wines made from the Barbera grape, Italy rules. But there are exceptions and among the best of these come from California’s central...
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Posted on: April 9th, 2015
by Tom Peiffer
Among the best lighter meals for low-key gatherings is slow simmered chicken. Not too stuffy and certainly not overly priced, these are quick to setup and serve. However, the wine...
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Posted on: March 26th, 2015
by Tom Peiffer
Arizona’s white wines, including Sauvignon Blanc, have been on an impressive ascent for over 7 years now. This is great news for those of us who would like to “buy...
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Posted on: March 23rd, 2015
by Aiden
Takis: A Fun and Spicy Snack Food Takis Snack Food are a spicy snack food. It is red with Chile and Lime flavor; there are different flavors but Chile and Lime...
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Posted on: February 22nd, 2015
by Tom Peiffer
Few wine experts ever suggest looking to a “wild hog” for an inspiring vino alternative, but it does happen, especially for people with penchant for the now defunct French varietal...
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