From the monthly archives:

February 2009

Enjoying Languedoc Wines

by Marisa D'Vari25 February 2009

“We’re looking for value,” the well-dressed couple at the elegant Le Cirque restaurant in Manhattan tells the sommelier. “A really delicious, quality wine at a great price. What do you recommend?” In today’s new economic world, thousands of Americans are…

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Sparklers for V-Day – Or Any Day

by Marisa D'Vari14 February 2009

“I really want to impress my date this Valentine’s Day,” a workout buddy tells me between crunches at the gym. “I’m preparing this incredible dinner, sprinkling rose petals all over the table … I’m just figuring out what I can…

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Wines of Israel Grand Tasting in New York City

by Marisa D'Vari4 February 2009

“Is Israel a new world wine region – or an old world wine region?” asks a guest attending the first ever Wines of Israel Grand Tasting in New York City. We are seated in the luxurious Prince George Ballroom in…

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Restaurant Review: Sinatra at the Wynn Encore Las Vegas

by Marisa D'Vari2 February 2009

“This is so curious!” says a sultry brunette in a little black dress at the next table, lifting a bite of caramelized scallop to her lips. “This is a theme restaurant – in a Las Vegas casino. Yet the cuisine…

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Restaurant Review: Botero at Wynn Encore Las Vegas

by Marisa D'Vari2 February 2009

Okay, let’s face it! Certain things are to be expected when you think of a Las Vegas steakhouse, and good steak is almost the least of them. If you are like me, you are expecting a very sultry, sexy, lounge-type…

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Restaurant Review: Society at Wynn Encore Las Vegas

by Marisa D'Vari2 February 2009

Society!” exclaims a friend as we walk down a gorgeous hallway in the new Wynn Encore resort, with a view of the pool on one side and the casino on the other. “What a name for a restaurant!” Yes, the…

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