Oh, the places you’ll merlot
A recent trip to Duckhorn Vineyards in Napa Valley helped shift my perspective. Read more
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A resolution worth the effort
Have you made your New Year’s resolutions yet? Last year, I resolved to be healthier. Read more
Wine for all
I recently sat on a panel for a seminar that featured some amazing Champagne. Read more
Wines that shine at the table
The great thing about being in the food and beverage industry is that eating and drinking is essential for survival. Read more
Riesling revolution
No other grape in the world is as misunderstood as riesling. Read more
Finding value in parallels
The deeper you dive down the wine rabbit hole, the more expensive it gets. Read more
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Inflation-friendly finds
My breathing is as shallow as it is sporadic. Read more
Bubbles on a budget?
It is my life’s goal to make sure my fridge is always full. Read more
We need to talk about natural wine
Once confined to a small circle of wine geeks, the “natural wine” craze has become mainstream, and things are getting out of hand. Read more
The problem with vacation wine
I’m writing this on a bumpy plane ride back from my first trip to the mainland since the pandemic. Read more
Gateway wines and valentine’s
My story is probably a lot like most. Freshman year dorm party, in the throes of youth and experimentation and with an already ample buzz. Read more
The do’s and don’ts of bubbles
While I highlight a couple of my favorite finds below, I thought it might be helpful to write a practical guide on how to properly serve bubbles. Read more
Can’t-miss wines for thanksgiving
I had a childhood as typical as any kid’s and, in keeping with the values of Hawaii, was raised to believe that family time is important, especially during the holidays. Read more
The case for chardonnay
Last week, while in the midst of wine service at an event, a guest asked to summon the person responsible for pairing the wines, at which point, I introduce myself if they seem to be enjoying dinner, or the point in which discreetly I remove my nametag and lei. Read more
What makes a good wine?
It's 9:26 p.m. Saturday night, and I'm deep into several bottles and a lively conversation around the grill with friends — one of my favorite pastimes. Read more
Rosé all the way
Rosé is not a new concept. Some of the very first wines in recorded history were some form of pink. Read more
Island wines to beat the heat
During these hot and humid summer months, I find myself thirstier than ever — which is something I never thought possible. Read more
What are you waiting for?
I taste a lot of wine. I used to drink a lot of wine, but I'm a professional now and ‘taste' sounds classier. Read more
An ode to brunch
It's hard to pretend that we aren't all still feeling the effects of the pandemic. Read more
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