Arrabbiata is a spicy tomato sauce with garlic and peppers and literally means “angry” in Italian. I’ve made it at home from scratch and from a jar, and think its delightful paired with Chianti. From my experiences with Becoming an Outdoors Woman and my love for Pinterest, I’ve been inspired to cook real food campside. […]
Chocolate: The Perfect Garnish
I’d like to go back in time and thank whoever discovered chocolate. It goes with everything! Inspired by Pinterest and my dearest crafty friend, Joanna (Chowda), I started dipping glasses in various types of chocolate to pair with wine and cordials. Preparation is surprisingly simple, whether you’re planning a party or just a night at home […]
Novice Wine Pairing for You. Yes, You.
I get a lot of “what should I drink with…” questions. While there are many apps, guides, infographics, and articles out there, I happily oblige with my biased opinion on what they should drink. What would Sheila drink? Most of the time it’s medium to full bodied red wines and white wines. I don’t follow […]
Wedding Things and Stuff for Other People
After doing my own wedding, a dear friend of mine asked me to help her with some minor wedding reception decor and favors. I was much obliged to help her enhance the wine theme that she had begun working on. Enophilia was already a big part of Monica and Bret’s lives together, as they had […]