Where to go wine tasting on Mt. Etna and the island of Pantelleria — As the largest island in the Mediterranean with 25,711 sq. kms (9,927 sq. miles), Sicily has always been an important cultural crossroads of western Europe. …

It’s a category, not a singular wine. — One of the most important aspects of understanding orange wines is that they are in fact a wide-ranging category of macerated white wines, not one singular style of wine. Just as all white wines don’t appear or taste the same, and just as reds vary greatly from light to full-bodied…

Escape the rat-race and become more valuable for doing so. — Working remotely, or becoming a nomadic entrepreneur may not be for everyone — however, a sabbatical should be. What is a sabbatical? “ Noun: a break or change from a normal routine (as of employment)” Miriam-Webster.com A break from the daily grind can be for as little as 2 weeks…

25 Podcasts That Can Help Change Your Life — You Are What (And Who) You Listen To Few things have a greater impact on human emotion than sound. Beginning in the womb and continuing throughout adulthood, most of us live enveloped in a world of noise, music, and of course speech. Over time, some sounds become so familiar that they go virtually unnoticed, merely existing as the…

6 ways to grow your network, knowledge, and self-worth — Now, perhaps more than ever, we need each other. We need the support of individuals and communities to keep moving forward together — despite the stark reality tearing us apart. The events of 2020 have made it vividly clear that we are all, in fact, global citizens. We’ve seen that…

Surprising Upsides to Expat Life During Coronavirus — When I embarked on my Italian wine journey nearly three years ago, I could have never imagined having to face a worldwide health crisis here in Italy, or anywhere, for that matter. Rather than recount grave tales of the current quarantine situation, I wanted to share what I’ve only now…

Get hard to find organic, biodynamic, and low-intervention wines delivered — Drink Great Wine, No Matter Where You Live. It’s not always easy to find small production, natural, biodynamic wines in your local wine shop. This is especially true if you don’t live in a large city or primary wine market. Luckily, with the help of the internet, natural wine delivery is now a reality. I’ve tracked down the…

Tips To Help You Identify & Drink Better Wine — No matter what country you’re in, shopping for natural wine can be a daunting task. Every country has different labeling laws (& languages), and wine shops categorize wines in a myriad of ways. Many people default to seeking out the certified organic logo, as their only guiding light. Unfortunately, government-issued…

A Thirsty Traveler’s Guide To The Republic Of Georgia — Where is Georgia? Serving as a crucial bridge between Asia and Europe, Georgia’s geography is extremely important in shaping this small country’s unique identity. Blanketing the Caucasus mountains, time has woven Georgia (called Sakartvelo, locally) a diverse fabric of mixed cultures, religions, and traditions. …