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a new perspective on prosecco

By amyreiley

It seemed somehow wrong, attending a Prosecco lunch on Bastille Day. How could I cheat on my favorite wine region (Champagne) on France’s national holiday? Problem solved: I wore a beret. The lunch was for Valdo, an Italian sparkling wine producer widely respected throughout Europe but only beginning to break into the American market.... »

Dining Around New York Day 1: questionable judgement and superior cookies in manhattan

By amyreiley

Every couple of years I like to go to NYC to eat. This year’s pilgrimage was a bit more challenging than previous visits. No, it wasn’t for losing favorite haunts to the recession or personal financial crunch. My problem was much more basic. I traveled all the way to New York for dinner and... »