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Parmigiano Reggiano: What 12, 24, and 36 Months Taste Like
Parmigiano Reggiano changes noticeably between 12, 24, and 36 months. At 12 months it is younger and more delicate.…
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Best Wineries in Valle de Guadalupe for Different Types of Wine Travelers
When somebody asks me, “What is the best winery in Valle de Guadalupe?”, I do not give one name. There is no single…
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Salt Is Not Just Salt: What a Chef Wants You to Know Before Your Next Pinch
The types of salt for cooking are not equal in my kitchen, and processing is the first thing I look at. I want salt…
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San Diego to Valle de Guadalupe: My Preferred Route & Transportation Guide
My preferred way to travel from San Diego to Valle de Guadalupe is to use professional transportation and let…
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Can You Visit Valle de Guadalupe as a Day Trip From San Diego?
Can you visit Valle de Guadalupe as a day trip from San Diego? Yes — but for most travelers, the real question is…
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Where to Stay in Valle de Guadalupe: Ensenada or the Valley?
When somebody asks me whether they should stay in Ensenada or Valle de Guadalupe, my answer is simple: both. If you…
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Best Restaurants in Valle de Guadalupe for Serious Food Travelers
If you are looking for the best restaurants in Valle de Guadalupe, start by planning the meals before the wineries.…
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How Much Does a Valle de Guadalupe Wine Tour Cost?
People hear Mexico and sometimes assume the whole trip will cost less. That assumption can fall apart once you look…
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How Many Days Do You Need in Valle de Guadalupe?
My answer? Seven days. I know that sounds like a lot. Most people asking how many days in Valle de Guadalupe are…
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Sardinia Wines and Grapes to Expect on a Wine Tour
Sardinia’s viticultural identity begins with geography. The island is large enough to contain sharply different…
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How Many Days Should You Spend in Campania? A Chef’s Guide
If you are building a Campania itinerary, my advice is simple: give the region at least seven days. For food and…
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Amalfi Coast Wine vs. Campania Wine Country: Where Should You Go?
People often talk about the Amalfi Coast as if it were the whole wine story of Campania. It is not, and that is the…
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