Experience

This weekend’s dinner is a reminder to me that I don’t need a reservation at an expensive restaurant to create an incredible evening. We smoked a pre-seasoned Morton's of Omaha tri-tip from Costco on the Traeger, paired it with double baked potatoes, homemade chimichurri sauce, a simple salad with homemade ranch dressing, and opened a bottle of Terra Blanca’s 2020 Onyx blend from Red Mountain. And honestly, it was one of those dinners that makes you want to slow down, pour an

One of the things I love most about our local wine country is that it doesn’t feel stiff or formal. Many Red Mountain wineries are places where you can kick back outside, enjoy incredible views, and bring your dog along for the adventure. Over the years I’ve explored these wineries with friends, celebrated milestones, discovered favorite wines, and spent afternoons simply slowing down and enjoying where I live. These aren’t just wineries I found online — these are places I re

This savory flatbread was created to pair with the 2018 Woodlands Dolcetto from Heron Bluff (Benton City, WA). With roasted vegetables, creamy cheese, and bold flavor, it shows how food can transform the way wine tastes and help you understand what you like, one bite and sip at a time.