The New York Times – Travel:
Urla, a lush district in western Turkey, is bursting with promise, with easy access to beaches, an up-and-coming gastronomy scene and a well-marked vineyard route.
Category: Wines
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Tasting a New Flavor of Portugal, in New England
The New York Times – Travel:
Travelers who fell in love with the Iberian country can revisit it in towns along the coast of Massachusetts and Rhode Island, where chefs and other purveyors are putting new twists on tradition.
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7 of Europe’s Most Delectable Fall Harvest Festivals
The New York Times – Travel:
A pistachio exhibition. A herring market. The happy blend of wine and hiking. This list proves that foodies, too, can celebrate Autumnal travel.
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On the Slopes of Mount Etna, Where Lava and Wine Flow
The New York Times – Travel:
The fiery Sicilian volcano is a magnet not only for hikers, but for wine and food lovers. Vineyards thrive on the rich soil, alongside restaurants, bars and farm-stays.
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Where to Eat, Shop and Stay in the Austrian Alps
The New York Times – Travel:
Insiders share their favorite après-ski spots, springtime hikes and typically Tyrolean souvenirs.
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Lead in Beethoven’s Hair Offers New Clues to Mystery of His Deafness
The New York Times – Music:
Using powerful technologies, scientists found staggering amounts of lead and other toxic substances in the composer’s hair that may have come from wine, or other sources.
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U.S. Airplane Food Is Getting Better, If You’re Flying First Class
The New York Times – Travel:
U.S. carriers are offering complimentary in-flight menus created by celebrated chefs, wine pairings selected by master sommeliers and specialty dishes available for preorder. To some of us, that is.