There are literally hundreds of pies out there. However, there are only a handful of ways to take them from point A to point B without them ending up smashed and messy and/or completely bad. Pies should be placed individually in small pizza boxes, which should then be piled and tied or taped together to…
So, you are thinking about seasoning your brand new pizza stone in order to make it serviceable for a long, long time. However, the packaging says that it should never be seasoned. But you know for a fact that seasoning extends the natural life of cast iron pans. Should you season your pizza stone and…
Aerating wines with high tannic profiles can enhance their flavor. This process is called decanting, and you need a very specific tool called a decanter. It’s also used to separate sediment from old wines. In this article, I’ll explain what makes a good decanter and then go over each of the tips listed above in…
There is no denying Chianti’s increasing popularity as THE red wine from Italy. This Sangiovese grape-dominant wine is the perfect pairing for traditional Tuscan food (after all, what grows together, goes together). But what if Chianti was just as good for your health as it is with your food? Red wines have been linked with…
Gluhwein is synonymous with Christmas festivities in Germany. While the name changes region-wise, spiced wine ( also called glogg and vin chaud) is famous throughout Europe. While the pre-mixed bottled variety of Gluhwein is readily available, there’s just something about making your own version from scratch. The great news? Making Gluhwein is pretty straightforward. All…
You may have heard of wine decanting, but did you know that you can double decant wine? Some wines may benefit from decanting a second time to remove additional sediment and allow more oxygen into the wine. In this article, I’ll detail the steps for properly double decanting wine. I’ll also give you some tips…
Wine production has a rich history, and many of its techniques are traditional and time-consuming. Hyper decanting is the opposite of that. It is modern and fits into today’s fast-paced world, which has traditional sommeliers quite upset. Hyper decanting is the process of aerating young wines in a blender to soften their tannins. It is…
Famous during Christmas in Germany and across Europe, Gluhwein can be homemade or come packed in bottles. And if you’re like us, you may have this spiced wine to spare once the holiday season is over. So, the number one question is, does Gluhwein go bad? Like any wine, Gluhwein, even though rich in spices…
German Gluhwein is famous by many names – mulled wine, Vin Chaid, glogg – but no matter the region, this is one particular Christmas drink that Europeans cannot get enough of. Gluhwein is an integral part of German Christmas festivities where people in their homes and outside enjoy it all the same. But those who…
In Germany, the arrival of the winter chill means one thing: steaming mugs of Gluhwein! Traditionally available in Christmas markets across Europe, this spiced wine (mulled wine or glogg to some) is served in ceramic cups. However, it is just as loved during friends and family gatherings over delicious plates of food. Now, full disclaimer:…