SIMONE FM SPINNER CWS, MH Simone FM Spinner is a top-rated university wine lecturer and certified sommelier with 14 advanced wine certifications, a bachelor’s and master’s degree in wine studies, and is pursuing her doctorate studying the socioeconomic and cultural effects of climate change on wine. She is a sought-after wine consultant, public speaker, and published…
Food and wine pairings aren’t new but what about pairing food and wine WITH art and music for a complete multi-sensory immersion experience? (Did I just blow your brain?!?!)
WINE VACATION PLANNING SERVICES Traveling to wine country is more than just a destination; it’s an experience. And if you’re like us, you want to ensure your experience is enriching and memorable. You’re dreaming of incredible wine tastings, gorgeous views, and unique experiences to enjoy your precious vacation days in total bliss. Yet, when you…
Love lobster? Love wine? A lobster wine pairing is a match made in culinary heaven. Looking for a light white or a romantic red wine, we’ve got you covered.
Low alcohol and non alcoholic wines, beers and spirits are booming in popularity. Here are a few favs to pour into.
We find both wine and cocktails at the center of so many of our festivities. Why not pair the two? Recipes for 16 delicious wine cocktails. 16 luscious and rich wine cocktails recipes perfect for any occasion.
As part of the Carpe Travel BC Wine Country Travel Guide, we have included 10 seriously fun things to do in Vancouver and Victoria that go beyond the vine.
Ever wondered how professional sommeliers taste wine? Click over to learn how to taste wine like a pro and sip in the enjoyment along the way.
What is Ice Wine? How is it made? How should you sip it and what pairs well with it? All this and more in our guide to understanding Ice Wine.
Prosecco vs Champagne? Aren’t they the same? Not at all. We’ve broken down the difference between Prosecco and Champagne for you in our Wine 101 series.
North Carolina isn’t just BBQ . Asheville, NC was dubbed the 2020 Top Food Town in the US. See Carpe Travel’s list of the best restaurants in Asheville, aka Foodtopia!
Your quick guide to sipping in seven dedicated North Carolina Wine Trails, all designed to explore NC wine country.
The state of North Caroline is divided into three wine regions consisting of 200+ wineries and six designated AVAs. By Simone FM Spinner, Contributing Writer North Carolina has always been an agriculture haven, when it comes to viticulture, it continues to grow. The most recent AVA in North Carolina – Crest of the Blue Ridge…
It’s true. The most visited winery in America is in North Carolina. The Biltmore Winery hosts a million+ guests per year! Why? Carpe Travel tells all.
Carpe Travel brings you the best ways to learn about wine. Find out which wine education path is the right fit for you here!
What wine pairs best with a lobster roll? This recipe takes a little Spanish twist with your traditional lobster roll and wine pairing.
Wine is complicated enough, add in trying to sip Eco-friendly wines?!? We’ve broken down how to find/identify Organic, Biodynamic, Sustainable and Vegan wine.
The term “Natural Wine” is ambiguous and different groups have varying definitions. We break it down and share tips on how to find ones worth sipping.
Want to sip more sustainable wines, Carpe Travel has listed some of the best organic, biodynamic, vegan or sustainable wines available today. Cheers to raising an Eco-friendly glass!
What is the Slow Wine movement? How can you support it along with wineries that are working towards a sustainable future? The Slow Wine guide book.
Wine has become a hot ticket for movies and now wine TV shows. Here are three we recommend to learn about wine. Sip in a little wine edu-tainment.
WINE TRAVEL PAIRED WITH SIMPLICITY WINE IS COMPLICATED. TRAVELING TO WINE COUNTRY ISN’T. Carpe Travel is a content site for people interested in visiting wine country and learning more about the regions they plan to sip in. We offer wine country guides – written by local experts – that introduce you to a wine region,…