Classic Wines

Being a member of the media has its perks. A few days ago, I was invited to a tasting at one of Miami's hottest sushi joints, SUSHISAMBA dromo. The upscale fusion bistro is located in the heart of South Beach on the infamous Lincoln Road. Boasting cuis... read more

Miami is the home to beautiful beaches, a stellar party scene and a number of notable events. In keeping with my perfect attendance at large-scale wine events, I made my second appearance at the 6th Annual Miami International Wine Fair. I remember last... read more

Continuing on my vacation trend this past summer, I hopped a plane to Puerto Rico the day after Craig and I got home from our cruise. And though he did not join me on my last leg of the trip, I was excited nonetheless. Since Gena’s wedding is app... read more

The only “vacations” I have taken in the past year were a few statewide weekend getaways. As Craig gears up to return to Orlando for his senior year at UCF, I felt it was time for us to take our first official vacation together.Since we sta... read more

Since a lot of my friends are spread out around the country, I always take advantage when I hear one is coming back home for the weekend. One of my best friends from high school, Lauren, decided to make the trip home from New York a few weeks ago with ... read more

In college, I used to complain that I would never have a boyfriend, that I’d be single forever and the last one to find a man. Today, I look back and laugh, because when I met Craig, it was random, unexpected and certainly not something I was on ... read more

Being a girl in a big city requires specific pampering once in a while. From a hair appointment to a waxing appointment (gotta look smooth in the Miami summer sun) to getting the perfect polish hue brushed across my fingers and toes, the extra maintena... read more

Craig and I have been dating for almost two years now, and I’ve taken a lot of heat for dating a younger guy throughout the course of our relationship. For too long, people claimed “I was robbing the cradle,” which, to me, never reall... read more

This past weekend, Rory�s college crew from Wisconsin decided to head down South for a summer vacay. The posse consisted of Jaclyn (who I spent summers at sleep away camp with), Ilana, Dorian and Shelby. The foundation behind my "If You Were A Win... read more

Rest & Relaxation is UnderratedAlthough living in Miami has its perks, it's always nice to get away when the opportunity is presented. Last weekend, we took a small family vacation to Naples and stayed at the Naples Beach Hotel and Golf Club. It was lo... read more

A Blend, Cheap White or Pricey Cab?My best friend Rory and I are known for passing time through laughter and meaningless jibber jabber. Our pointless conversations can sometimes last for hours, with or without the influence of a few glasses of wine. Th... read more

Turning 23 Wasn't So Bad After AllTo launch the evening festivities of my 23rd birthday, my boyfriend Craig took me out for a delicious dinner. Since my birthday landed on a Thursday this year, I chose to take Friday off work and really take everythin... read more

One Brick Oven and A Chilled Bottle of WhiteGrowing up sometimes means growing apart from friends. So in an effort to prove this theory wrong, I have made it a point to establish weekly or biweekly dinners with my two best friends, Rory and Gena. Becau... read more

A Road Less TraveledOne year ago, I was vacationing with my family in San Francisco. Dedicating a day of our trip to adventures in Napa Valley, my parents thought it would be a great way to kick off my wine education.The day was chilly and my Uncle Mic... read more

The Twenty-something PerceptiveWhen I broke the news about my recent wine column to family and friends, most of them replied, "What do you really know about wine?"There are many misconceptions from today's club and pub-goers, and when it comes to vino,... read more

Wine + Aromatherapy = The Perfect PairAlthough I do try to limit my wine intake on weeknights, there is one instance when I most definitely make an exception: bath time.Ladies, let me ask you how many times you have yearned for the perfect bath- all me... read more

Being single and 23 has its perks - especially on Friday nights. Each weekend is an adventure, strolling around South Beach, up Lincoln Road and down Washington Avenue. Last weekend, a night out with the gals was exactly what I needed. After the long w... read more

A funny thing happened on the way to the spa...Since my mom and I have never been the spa retreat-type, I figured it would be the perfect treat to steal her away for a spa weekend as a gift for her 50th birthday. I made the arrangements, and before we ... read more

As a working woman, I have recently grown to appreciate a little thing called happy hour. Traditionally, happy hour consists of a few friends or associates heading over to their favorite bar and indulging in drink specials like two for ones or house wi... read more

As wine tasting events go, I'm all for them. This past weekend, I was invited to a tasting event geared toward the South Beach (Miami) elite, restaurateurs and wine consumers. Held at Nikki Beach, the scene was breezy and the weather was gorgeous. I op... read more