Stories from Behind the Vines


  1. National Margarita Day

    Behind the Vines &bull Feb 22, 2009

    From national margarita day to Cinco de Mayo, you can generally count on the Mexicans to provide a good reason to party. In honor of today’s national margarita day, here’s some fantastic recipes that will give you a few to… Full Story »


  2. Red Carpet Recipes

    Behind the Vines &bull Feb 20, 2009

    With the Oscars coming up on Sunday, party plans are in full swing. When you look for a special libation to impress your party guests, try one of these stunners. They’ll rival any of those award-winning beauties any day. Red… Full Story »

  3. How to Open a Champagne Bottle with a Sword

    Behind the Vines &bull Feb 12, 2009

    Looking for a little flourish and flair this valentines? Impress your sweetie by brandishing a sword and opening a champagne bottle with more than just a slight pop. More Trick Videos at 5min.com Just make sure you give them a… Full Story »

  4. A Different Kind of Sweets for your Sweetie

    Behind the Vines &bull Feb 10, 2009

    Is your sweetheart a chocolate and wine fan (because really, who isn’t!?)? This Valentines, you could go the same old route you’ve gone in the past - a bottle of wine and a good piece of chocolate, or you could… Full Story »

  5. More Valentines Day Cocktails

    Behind the Vines &bull Feb 8, 2009

    Grand Marnier and Moet Chandon Rosé have teamed up to create a perfect match for Valentine's Day, in the form of a delicious little drink called, appropriately, Cupid's Arrow. This cocktail is simple to prepare and wonderfully indulgent— combining Grand… Full Story »

  6. Valentines Treats

    Behind the Vines &bull Feb 7, 2009

    This Valentines, do something a little different for your sweetie, instead of the usual champagne and chocolate.  Try these Belvedere cocktails. Pear of Hearts 2 oz Belvedere Cytrus1 oz Pear Nectar1 oz Pineapple juice1 oz Pomegrante Grenadine Add Grenadine to… Full Story »

  7. Valentines Drinks in San Diego

    Behind the Vines &bull Feb 5, 2009

    If you’re starting to plan your Valentines night out, why not head over to Bar Chloe in San Diego and treat your sweet to one of these lovelies? RUBYY VALENTINI 1 oz Skyy Citrus1.5 oz. RUBYY Blood Orange Energy Drink.5… Full Story »

  8. Korbel California Champagne - the official champagne of Inaugural Luncheon

    Behind the Vines &bull Jan 20, 2009

    Immediately following the swearing-in ceremony on January 20th, Korbel Russian River Valley Natural Champagne will be served at the Inaugural Luncheon and raised in toasts to the new Obama administration. 2009 marks the seventh Presidential Inauguration in which Korbel Champagne… Full Story »

  9. Farmstead Wines is the only BC company to host Inaugural Event

    Behind the Vines &bull Jan 20, 2009

    On Tuesday, January 20th, 7 floors above the parade route, Farmstead Wines will present an Inaugural Reception launching the portfolio of Farmstead Wines to the American market, while Obama is sworn in as the 44th President of the United States.… Full Story »

  10. Cognac Basics

    Behind the Vines &bull Jan 15, 2009

    Cognac is the probably the most famous kind of brandy. Like true champagne, only brandy that is from the Charente and Charente Maritime areas, north of Bordeaux can be legally labeled Cognac. The chalky soil, climate and proximity to the… Full Story »

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