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Say Goodbye to “Rebranded” Wine & Spirits Stores
After several years of “rebranding” the Premium Wine & Spirits Stores, it looks like the PCLB is giving up. In Philadelphia region, the stores are doing away with the posh glass-and-wood layout...
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First in Philly!
History has just been made! A privately-owned wine shop just opened in Philly, the first since 1919. It’s a small step, but an important one in the privatization of wine sales in Pennsylvania. I am...
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September Cooking Class
Cooking Class Farro Salad 1 cup par-cooked farro 1 cup apple cider 2 teaspoons fine salt 2 bay leaves 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1/2 cup shaved Parmesan cheese 1/2...
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Roman Recipes for October Cooking Classes
Every month, the Wine School of Philadelphia offers a week of cooking classes, Sommelier Smackdowns, and other great culinary classes. For a listing of upcoming classes, go here. Spinaci Alla Romana...
View ArticleChairman’s Selections: A Buying Guide for PLCB Wine & Spirits
A few pointers when buying wine from the PLCB Wine & Spirits Stores. Always keep your receipts. There are two reasons to do so. First of all, you always have the right to return any bottle of wine...
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We wrote a book
It has been a long hard road, full of ups and downs, but today we are incredibly excited to announce that Catavino’s first book, The Undiscovered Food Stories of Northern Portugal, is finished. Sonia,...
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Holiday Wine Guide
Holiday Wine Guide Wine is a significant part of every holiday celebration. We serve them at dinner parties and give them away as gifts. As the holidays are upon us, here are some wine-buying tips....
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Holiday Gifts Ideas
A few suggestions for this holiday season. Vinous Napa Valley Maps Pritchard Hill AVA Here’s something for the wine geek in your circle. Vinous has published a cutting-edge series of vineyard maps....
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Talking With Keith
Yep, that’s me. I’m the guy who looks at all of your questions in our customer support forum. Whether you need help with your job resume, or have a question about bottling limits or just need help with...
View ArticleWe Wrote a Book!!
It has been a long hard road, full of ups and downs, but today we are incredibly excited to announce that Catavino’s first book, The Undiscovered Food Stories of Northern Portugal, is finished. Sonia,...
View ArticleWe Wrote a Book!!
It has been a long hard road, full of ups and downs, but today we are incredibly excited to announce that Catavino’s first book, The Undiscovered Food Stories of Northern Portugal, is finished. Sonia,...
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The Cabernet Sauvignon Buying Guide
Cabernet Wine Reviews Find these wines near you: Wine Finder Mount Veeder 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley Do pencils grow on trees? This is the ripest graphite I’ve ever tasted. It’s also got...
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Building A Wine Cellar
This article originated with a text from a friend. Wondering if you’ve got a preferred source for wine cellar racking. I remember your setup and I figured with you being a cheap Scotsman you might...
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Top Picks in Wine & Spirits Stores
Top Picks in Wine & Spirits Stores in April Framingham 2015 Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough (NZ) This boutique winery has been pushing out classic New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc since 1994. It’s a...
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Last Minute Wine Gifts
last minute wine gifts Last Minute Wine Gift Ideas A Perfect Wine & Chocolate Pairing Everyone loves getting fed. You could whip up a three-course meal, but that’s not a quick gift. If you want all...
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Newsletter for May
The Wine School Newsletter for June Sommelier Summer School This August, the Wine School is hosting it’s 10th annual Accelerated Summer Wine School. Earn your sommelier certification, taste great...
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Newsletter for June
Newsletter for July 2017 10th Annual Summer Wine School This August, the Wine School of Philadelphia is hosting it’s 10th annual Summer Wine School. It’s the only course of its type offered in the...
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How to Become a Sommelier
how to become a sommelier Editor’s Note: This article is being updated. How to Start your Wine Career How to become a wine taster To become a professional wine taster, you need to earn your...
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Psyched for Wine
Psyched for Wine I am always scouting for great wine writers, and I think I just discovered a fresh new talent. The blog Psyched for Wine is written by master-level sommelier candidate who is also a...
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October Newsletter
New Sommelier Certifications The National Wine School is opening up it’s new Wine Scholar and Advanced Sommelier programs to our students. First up is the Food & Wine Scholar program, which is...
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