Sauternes is one of the best bets if you're looking for the perfect pairing of food and wine. And, if you’ve only had Sauternes for dessert, here’s how to pair it with some favorite savory dishes!
Read MoreWine tasting is a lot like any other skill: the more you do it, the better you get at it. We've all been there—that first sip of wine where it tastes like… well, wine. But how can you improve your tasting skills? You don't need a lot of fancy equipment or expensive gadgets. With these 5 essential tools and a little bit of practice, you can become a master of your own palate.
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Wine and Cheese: classic like Bogey and Bacall, peanut butter and jelly, Barack and Michelle. There is a wrong way to do it, but follow these 3 fail-safe tips to get it right every time!
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Ask anyone who regularly entertains what her most frequently received hostess gift is, and you’ll hear the common answer: a bottle of wine, of course! But how do you know which wine to bring? These 7 tips from a sommelier will set you apart as a thoughtful, creative guest so you’ll always be invited back.
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Hit the bubbles aisle with total confidence! This essential guide to shopping for sparkling wine takes all the pain out of choosing Champagne (and Cava, Cremant, and Prosecco, too!)
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Picking out wine gifts for the oenophiles on your list doesn’t have to be intimidating! Simply follow these dos and don’ts from an experienced professional sommelier.
Read MoreIf you're lucky enough to be hosted this holiday season, don't just bring the same old tired bottle of Prosecco or boring bouquet. Our boozy hostess gifts are much more fun!
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For some, Thanksgiving is all about turkey and football. For us, it's about bringing people we love together around the same table.... with some fabulous cocktails to kick it off! Check out these easy, delicious cocktails full of the flavors of fall.
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What better way to celebrate Rosé Season in all its glory, than to throw a party dedicated to everyone’s favorite pink adult beverage? We have everything you need: wine suggestions, food pairing ideas, and even a party playlist. Get inspired with our guide and throw your own rosé soirée!
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If your general approach to pairing is: white wine with fish, red wine with meat, and beyond that, you just pick something and hope for the best... it’s time to learn some actual wine pairing strategies! It’s easier than you think. Today we’re sharing our #1 strategy to nail your pairing every time.
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Learn how to throw your very own ‘Festa do Albariño’, with incredible Galician food recipes and Rias Baixas Albariño wine pairings!
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Get to know Vinho Verde, an up-and-coming Portuguese wine region becoming famous for their bright, refreshing white wines! We also have two simple, flavorful, and healthy recipes to pair: Kale and Sweet Potato Tacos, and Tomato-Poached Fish with Chile Oil and Herbs.
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Buying wine online is more convenient than ever… but the endless options can be intimidating if you’re not sure what you’re looking for. But I found a secret weapon to make buying wine online less confusing and more fun, read on to uplevel your online wine buying game!
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Want to give wine in a can a try, but not sure where to start? Look no further: this article covers why the trend is white-hot right now, the best tips for enjoying wine in a can, the advantages of cans… and we reveal the best brands of the bunch from the dozens sampled at The Lush Life HQ!
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So your bar cart is looking a little sparse, and you want to fill it out— but if you’re not a spirits expert, knowing what bottles to collect can be daunting. This guide will walk you through everything you need to set up a properly stocked home bar.
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Thinking of doing a nutritional cleanse— but not sure if you want to give up wine completely? You might not have to! Check out these 5 tips for making healthier choices with your drinking.
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Love going out, but don't love that moment when the wine list hits the table and all eyes are on you? We have you covered with these expert sommelier tips to make ordering the perfect bottle quick, painless, and maybe even... fun? Read on for the expert tips on ordering wine, and also how to handle the wine tasting ritual once your bottle arrives.
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Gathering your friends for a wine tasting in your home is probably a lot simpler than you think. Here’s our step-by-step guide of everything you need— including ready-to-print tasting sheets, and a video tasting tutorial from Sarah!
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If your food and wine pairing strategy is pretty much limited to ‘red with meat, white with fish, pray that it works’-- it’s hard to think outside the box. Which is why you will want to take a tip from The Lush Life and trust the latest food pairing wine I’m obsessed with: port! (Hint: it’s not just for dessert!)
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Have you ever returned from a fabulous wine tasting vacation completely enamored by a certain wine, only to open a bottle of the exact same wine at home a few months later-- and have it taste completely different? There are tons of factors that can change the way we experience a wine. Here are 8 reasons why the same wine can taste different every time!
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