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Designer Ken Fulk took inspiration from legendary nightclubs of the 1980s to create the look for the bar at Dirty French Steakhouse.

Major Food Group Debuts Dirty French Steakhouse in Miami; Daniel Boulud Opens Le Gratin in New York

The team of Mario Carbone, Rich Torrisi and Jeff Zalaznick are expanding their presence in the booming Miami dining-and-wine scene; a new casual French spot joins Daniel Boulud's Manhattan portfolio

May 19, 2022

Hundreds of bottles of Haut-Brion, in multiple vintages and sizes, form the backbone of the auction for charity.

Prince Robert de Luxembourg Auctions Wines Straight from Haut-Brion's Cellars for a Cause Close to Home

The Sotheby's sale of rare collectibles—Haut-Brion, La Mission Haut-Brion and other top estates from the first-growth owner's personal cellar—will support his new foundation to help those suffering from mitochondrial diseases

Mitch Frank

May 18, 2022

Alden Lagasse, joined by her husband, chef Emeril Lagasse, left, was one of the bidders at the live auction.

Destin Charity Wine Auction Raises $3.8 Million for Children in Need

The northwest Florida event has become one of the country's largest, supporting 16 children's charities

Kenny Martin

May 11, 2022

Caleb Ganzer, left, earned a reputation as one of New York City's leading sommeliers during time at Eleven Madison, Daniel and Compagnie des Vins Surnaturels.

Sommelier Caleb Ganzer Reaches Agreement with District Attorney on Arson Charges

Accused of torching two outdoor dining sheds in 2021, the sommelier will pay restitution to the New York dining spots

Collin Dreizen

May 9, 2022

Château d'Aquéria has been producing wine in Tavel since the 16th century. The property is in prime condition, Philippe Guigal says.

Exclusive: Northern Rhône's E. Guigal Expands in the South, Buying Tavel's Château d'Aquéria

Philippe Guigal believes there is great potential for Tavel's deeply colored rosés

James Molesworth

May 6, 2022

San Francisco–based chef Dominique Crenn is sharing her recipe for pain de mie; home bakers can buy a kit to participate in the charity event.

Dominique Crenn Spearheads Ukraine Fundraiser

The Chefs for Unity “breaking bread challenge,” bringing together famous chefs and home bakers, will support World Central Kitchen’s hunger-relief efforts. Plus the Restaurant Award–winning Eddie V's comes to New Jersey

May 5, 2022

Gianluca Bisol brought his wine and an Alfa Romeo from Italy to the United States.

A Sparkling Road Trip with Prosecco and an Alfa Romeo

Prosecco vintner Gianluca Bisol is crossing the United States in a custom roadster as he tries to highlight Prosecco's higher quality wines

Alison Napjus

May 4, 2022

Hundreds of attendees were excited to gather to support one of Atlanta's top museums.

High Museum Atlanta Wine Auction Raises Over $3 Million for the Arts

The 30th annual charity event brought 2,500 attendees together for a weekend of fundraising

Shawn Zylberberg

May 3, 2022

Jack Cakebread with his wife, Dolores, and sons Bruce, left, and Dennis, who help manage the winery today, at a 2019 winery event.

Jack Cakebread, Photographer Turned Napa Vintner, Dies at 92

The owner of an auto repair shop and a freelance photographer, Cakebread found a second career helping define Napa Chardonnay at Cakebread Cellars

May 1, 2022

Fritz Hatton, Ikimi Dubose-Woodson and Jermaine Stone rallied the New York crowd as auctioneers.

Roots Fund Auction Raises More Than $400,000 for Wine Industry Diversity Efforts

Proceeds from the auction, in partnership with Wine Spectator and Zachys, will help build a more inclusive world of wine

Shawn Zylberberg

Apr 28, 2022

Bill Easton, who grows grapes in Amador county, found young buds killed by freezing temperatures in some of his parcels.

Late-Spring Frost Imperils Oregon and California Vineyards

The extent of damage to vineyards and the 2022 crop in Willamette Valley, Lodi and the Sierra Foothills is still being assessed

Apr 27, 2022

Researchers looked at health data and found that the kind of alcohol you drink could impact your waistline and heart health.

Bad Fat? Red Wine Could Fight That, Researchers Believe

A study comparing consumption of various alcohols found a link between red wine and lower levels of visceral fat and between white wine and greater bone density

Kenny Martin

Apr 26, 2022

Franco Allegrini brought a determined, precise focus to Allegrini's vineyards and cellars.

Franco Allegrini, Quiet Master of Amarone, Dies at 65

One of three siblings who helped make their family winery and Valpolicella global names, he oversaw winemaking and viticulture

Robert Camuto

Apr 25, 2022

Little Saint, housed in a space formerly used by a restaurant-market called Shed, will offer a café, a grocery and a wine shop, with design elements created by local artists and artisans.

DuMol Owners Open Environment-Focused Little Saint Restaurant in Sonoma County

Operated by the owners of Grand Award winner SingleThread Farms, the new Healdsburg restaurant will feature a plant-based menu and a wine list that emphasizes sustainability; plus, California’s iconic Silver Oak winery kicks off a 12-city wine and food tour at Osteria Mozza

Apr 21, 2022

Charles Smith stands in Golden West vineyard, the Pinot Noir plot he's planted in northern Columbia Valley.

Pinot Noir in Washington State? Vintner Charles Smith Sees Potential

The rebellious vintner, known for Syrah and Riesling, has been quietly cultivating a 373-acre Pinot Noir vineyard in northern Columbia Valley

Tim Fish

Apr 20, 2022

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