This week our virtual tour of Spain’s wine regions takes us further up the Mediterranean coast to the bucolic region of Penedès. Geographically, it is only a 45-minute drive, due west of cosmopolitan … [Read more...]
The Continuing Virtual Travels of Wine and Food Enthusiasts
Last week in our virtual tour of Spain’s wine regions, we settled in on the Mediterranean coast, traveling along the southern areas of Alicante and Valencia. This week, still focusing on the third of … [Read more...]
Memories of Decorating Trees, Real and Artificial
By Bill Primavera Can you guess what percentage of us decorate real Christmas trees as opposed to artificial trees? At one time in the distant past, I would have guessed it would be about … [Read more...]
Our Virtual Tour of Modern Spain and its Wines Continues
For the past few columns I’ve been focusing on my renewed infatuation, and building appreciation, for the wines coming into the United States from Spain. I recently attended a celebration of the … [Read more...]
How to Guard Against Burst Water Pipes in Winter
By Bill Primavera Every year just before the holidays, I receive that trusty call from Dave Goldberg, my retired plumber who served my plumbing needs for close to 50 years. He reminds me to advise … [Read more...]
Those Darned Roof Ice Dams Are a Damned Nuisance
By Bill Primavera When I moved from the city to a suburban house, I really enjoyed our first winter of heavy snow. I remember that when I built a snowman for my four-year old daughter, it stayed … [Read more...]
The Long History of an Arid Yet Plentiful Spanish Region
This week’s column, part four of my reprised multi-focus virtual tour of Spain’s primary wine-producing regions, focuses on the second of Spain’s six wine regions – Meseta Central. More than any other … [Read more...]
Trekking Through the Southern Expanse of Spain’s Wine Regions
I hope you’ve been heeding my encouragement to explore Spain’s new generation of wines coming to the New World. In the past two columns I’ve been focusing on an overview of Spanish wines and history, … [Read more...]
P’ville Firm Eases Homeowners’ Certificate of Occupancy Process
By Bill Primavera Whether you’re planning a simple home improvement job or adding an entire wing to your house, obtaining a Certificate of Occupancy can be a daunting experience. … [Read more...]
Exploring the Major Wine Regions and Grapes of Spain
The week before last, I presented a primer on Spanish wines. This week and in future columns, I’ll be focusing more specifically on select wine-growing regions and grape varieties. I’ll take you on a … [Read more...]
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