Nancy Silverton Opens the Barish, a Los Angeles Steak House

The acclaimed chef’s latest project offers a range of chops and Italian wines. Plus, Baltimore’s Atlas Restaurant Group opens a French steak house with circus acts and Los Angeles’ Fellow unveils a major revamp

• Julie Harans
• Collin Dreizen
• Taylor McBride

Nov 5, 2020

Carneros Cruising

Senior editor Kim Marcus believes that Carneros is one of the stars in the California winemaking firmament, and explains why its future looks bright for its continued evolution.

• Kim Marcus

From the Nov 15, 2020, issue

Napa Strong, Up Close

Napa Valley is a workplace and home to many people. On a recent trip, senior editor James Molesworth saw firsthand the best of the community, in the wake of the wildfires

• James Molesworth

From the Nov 15, 2020, issue

Emeril Lagasse's Carnivale du Vin Raises $1 Million for Charity

The New Orleans chef hosted the 16th annual auction on YouTube, offering up a bottle of Mouton-Rothschild 1945, a dinner with racing champion and vintner Danica Patrick and more

• Shawn Zylberberg

Oct 30, 2020

Flavanol-Rich Diet, Including Wine, Linked to Lower Blood Pressure

A new study finds that moderate consumption of wine, tea and other sources of flavanols can improve heart health

• Shawn Zylberberg

Oct 28, 2020

Finding a Silver Lining in Napa: A Live Chat with Andy Erickson

The former Screaming Eagle winemaker and star consultant talks about his journey to Napa, overcoming the 2020 wildfires and new projects coming soon

• Shawn Zylberberg

Oct 26, 2020

Wine Spectator Announces New Executive Editor

Thomas Matthews will step down from his longtime role; Jeffery Lindenmuth will move over to the publication from Whisky Advocate

From the Nov 15, 2020, issue

Ken Evenstad, Co-Founder of Oregon's Domaine Serene Winery, Dies at 77

After building his fortune in pharmaceuticals, Evenstad and his wife, Grace, helped create one of Willamette Valley's most prominent wineries

• Tim Fish

Oct 23, 2020

The Social Distance Vintage: Harvest in Bordeaux

While picking required creativity and an ocean of hand sanitizer, leading château owners report promising wines

• Suzanne Mustacich

Oct 23, 2020

Landmark Restaurant Commander’s Palace Makes History with New Chef

The New Orleans Grand Award winner appoints its first female lead in the kitchen. Plus, City Winery debuts a sprawling New York flagship and Wolfgang Puck Steak closes in Detroit

• Collin Dreizen
• Taylor McBride

Oct 22, 2020

Opening Night During a Pandemic

At a time when the hospitality industry is facing an unprecedented crisis, some restaurateurs are finding ways to open new places and deliver dining joy 

• Aaron Romano
• Julie Harans

Oct 20, 2020

Ipsus: The Creation of a Brand

In October 2019, senior editor Bruce Sanderson received an invitation he couldn't refuse: to taste an unusual new Chianti Classico from the Mazzei family

• Bruce Sanderson

From the Oct 31, 2020, issue

I Miss Restaurants!

Executive editor Thomas Matthews reflects on a life of restaurant experiences. What he misses most, with the pandemic closing restaurants temporarily or permanently, is the sense of community.

• Thomas Matthews

From the Oct 31, 2020, issue

Italian Police Uncover Counterfeit Sassicaia Ring

Authorities exposed an international plot to produce phony bottles of the celebrated super Tuscan, including Wine Spectator's 2018 Wine of the Year

• Collin Dreizen

Oct 16, 2020