Introduction How can you learn more about food and wine without the intimidation factor? Why does exploring outside of your arena often drive inspiration and innovation? Why is writing a memoir like living your life twice? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m being interviewed by Lawrence Francis, host of the Interpreting Wine podcast. You can find the wines we discussed here. Join me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube Live Video Join the live-stream video of this conversation on Wednesday at 7 pm eastern on Instagram Live Video, Facebook Live Video or YouTube Live Video. I’ll be jumping […]
Book: Unquenchable
Powerful Wine Storytelling and Hooks with Lawrence Francis of the Interpreting Wine Podcast
Introduction What’s behind the power of podcasts and how they evoke the theater of the mind? How can you use a hook to improve your communication skills? Why do stories help us remember what we learn about wine? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m being interviewed by Lawrence Francis, host of the Interpreting Wine podcast. You can find the wines we discussed here. Join me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube Live Video Join the live-stream video of this conversation on Wednesday at 7 pm eastern on Instagram Live Video, Facebook Live Video or YouTube Live Video. I’ll […]
Wine Buying and Pairing for Valentine’s Day and Beyond
You’re asking me what’s the way to a woman’s heart? Forget flowers and candy … I’d like Pinot Noir please! Wine is the drink of conversation. You’re usually over a glass of wine watching each other, you’re talking, it’s over an evening, it lasts a long time, just like love should. Think about it. You don’t give a six-pack of beer for Valentine’s Day; you give a bottle of wine and often a bottle of sparkling wine and flowers or chocolates. It’s meant to be shared. It’s meant to be savoured slowly. But which bottle do you buy? How […]
Fall Wines: Grapes, Regions and Food Pairings: BNN Video
In the video above, we discuss the best wines of fall food pairings from around the world on the Business News Network (BNN). You don’t have to pay a lot to get great value in your glass these days. Click on the arrow above to play the video and find out which wines over-deliver on their price point. Pamela: As the season changes your wine list should change too. We could all use some tips on picking a good bottle of wine, with great value. I caught up with Natalie MacLean who is a wine writer and also author of […]
Marketing Wine to Women + The Power of Storytelling
Introduction How did my love of stories as a child bring me to the world of publishing and podcasting? What is the problem with the way some wines are marketed toward women? Why am I so insanely passionate about the message I share in my upcoming memoir? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Bridget Albert and Julie Milroy on their excellent podcast called Served Up. You can find the wines we discussed here. Join me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube Live Video Join the live-stream video of this conversation on Wednesday at 7 pm eastern […]
How Humor & High Tech Help Wine with Served Up Podcast’s Julie Milroy & Bridget Albert
Introduction What makes high tech a great complement to wine? How does humour help when you’re learning about wine? Why is the personal aspect of wine becoming so important? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Bridget Albert and Julie Milroy on their excellent podcast called Served Up. You can find the wines we discussed here. Join me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube Live Video Join the live-stream video of this conversation on Wednesday at 7 pm eastern on Instagram Live Video, Facebook Live Video or YouTube Live Video. I’ll be jumping into the comments […]
Discovering Terrific Cellar Wines, Why Niagara Wines are a Bargain – Part 3 CTV News at Noon
In the final segment of our series we talk about cellaring wines, even those that are reasonably priced. See Part 1 here: Buying the Best Red Wines, White Wines and Everything in Between And, Part 2 here: Wolf Blass Shiraz Cabernet, Peter Mayle and Rose, Goats do Roam in South Africa Jackson-Triggs Entourage Grand Reserve Brut Sparkling Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada Cave Spring Estate Riesling Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada Grange of Prince Edward […]
Wolf Blass Shiraz Cabernet, Peter Mayle and Rose, Goats do Roam in South Africa – Part 2 CTV News at Noon
Here’s the second segment of my chat with Leanne. Some interesting characters enter the conversation. See the first and third segments here: Part 1: Buying the Best Red Wines, White Wines and Everything in Between Part 3: Discovering Terrific Cellar Wines, Why Niagara Wines are a Bargain Posted with permission of CTV.
Buying the Best Red Wines, White Wines and Everything in Between – CTV News at Noon
I had such fun talking with Leanne about tips on finding, serving and storing terrific wines, including some incredible bargains. See the second and third segments here: Part 2: Wolf Blass Shiraz Cabernet, Peter Mayle and Rose, Goats do Roam in South Africa Part 3: Discovering Terrific Cellar Wines, Why Niagara Wines are a Bargain Posted with permission from CTV.
How to Find the Best Wines (and Bargains) in the Liquor Store – CTV News at 6 Video
I enjoyed this shopping expedition at a local liquor store to chat about how to find terrific wines on the shelves. I’ve recommended two of my favourite wines that you may want to add to your own shopping list. Posted with permission of CTV
