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Happenings at TG and Wine Wednesday Still in need of a Father's Day (or Mother's Day ... shame on you!) gift? Look no further than Natalie MacLean's new smart phone app. Along with the announcement of the new TG format, TODAY we're introducing you to Wine Wednesday. Our first Wine Wedn...
Find the Perfect Wine Pairings for Father's Day There's an app for that. More specifically Wine Picks & Pairings: Natalie MacLean App. Wine expert and Thirsty Girl Natalie MacLean knows a thing or two about pairing wine with food. For Mother's and Father's Day her new wine app can, "Help make Mo...
Earth Friendly Wines for Earth Day Earth Day shouldn't be a day, it should be a daily act ... but little steps are all it takes. Next time you're browsing the wine store or ordering a bottle at your neighborhood joint think about going "green" with your wine. April 22, 2012 is Earth Day...
Fine Wines to Soothe Your Tax Woes Did you gain or lose during tax time? Not to worry, Head Thirsty Girl Leslie Sbrocco shares with Kathie Lee and Hoda on the Today Show her picks for splurges and steals. Cheers! The tax man has come and gone. This week you’re either toasting your...
Budget Friendly Wine Bars - NYC Edition April is about saving you a dime. Whether tax time is your friend or foe, Thirsty Girls are always looking for a good deal ... and a tasty wine. Check out Head Thirsty Girl Leslie Sbrocco's "tax time hits" from her Today Show Bites post. In the mood to...
Kosher Wines March isn't over yet so we're approaching a very confusing and often misunderstood topic: kosher wines. With Passover coming up you don't need to be Jewish to celebrate or understand good food or in this case, wine. Lanee Lee of Wanderlust and Lipstick...
The New Luxury I love blind wine tasting. Usually because I'm a fan of undiscovered "cheap" wines. The word cheap has a bad rap. The power of blindly tasting wine is, often times a lower valued wine will out-taste a higher valued wine. Bingo. I've been frugal since t...
Storing Wine At a wine tasting last week I heard a classic wine industry joke ... "Where do most American's have their wine cellar?" Do you know? "In their trunk." Guilty. Since March is wine education month, guest blogger Tracey Panter of 40-Something Life s...
Northwest Women's Show It's safe to say that some of our favorites wines (and people!) come from the Pacific Northwest. Can you say Pinot? Pike's Place Market? Dungeness crab? Our Thirsty Girl LIVE! Tour is heading to Seattle for the Northwest Women's Show on March 2nd-4th. Jo...
Valentine's Day with Bubbles ... and a Saber We all know Head Thirsty Girl Leslie Sbrocco loves her bubbles. What better choice of drink for Valentine's Day. Check out her suggestions from The Today Show and LearnVest.com. It's not to late. Really aiming to impress? Check out Leslie sabering ...
Head Thirsty Girl Leslie Sbrocco Hit the Airwaves talking Valentine’s Day Liquids and Gifts Head Thirsty Girl Leslie Sbrocco hit the airwaves on February 9th talking with ABC-TV Live about Valentine’s Day liquids and other treats. Bubbles Nothing says love like bubbles … and bacon. Iron Horse Brut Rose, Green Valley, Sonoma, Califor...
An Expert Picks: 10 Wines Under $11 Perfect for Valentine’s Day As seen on LearnVest.com, February 10th by Head Thirsty Girl, Leslie Sbrocco. Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day with a partner or your closest friends, there’s a pretty good chance it will involve at least a glass or two of wine. (And...
Dinner Mixology Former New York girls and Thursday Thirsty Girls Dana Dillon-Townes and Christina Mathis of Casa: Kitchen. Closet. Dining. The Concept: As much as we love to cook and drink good wine ... often at the same time ... what we love more than anything, i...
Wine Tasting at Home with Bottles Less Than $5 Guest blogger, Chelsie Kenyon of "Dirt Cheap Wine" also a former Thursday Thirsty Girl, shares her secrets for throwing a wine tasting party and not spending a fortune. We told you, January would be all about savings. "The first thing you need to decid...
TG Chat January 18th 5 PM PST Thirsty Girl is kicking off 2012 with a bang. Or, maybe a very loud champagne "POP!" Starting in 2012, each month at Thirsty Girl we'll bring you a new agenda helping you to sip, swirl and live better. In January it's all about saving a few, what could...
Wine Resolutions 2012 This month at Thirsty Girl our resolution to you, our loyal Thirsty Girls, is to provide insightful wine knowledge and save you a pretty penny. Drinking well, inexpensively is our resolution. As we head to Boston for the Boston Wine Expo, Boston TG, Me...
Wine experts share their New Year's Eve sips 2011 might be over, but the party doesn't have to be. If Head Thirsty Girl Leslie Sbrocco knows one thing, it's that bubbles aren't just for holidays and special occasions. Even better, a glass of bubbles is under 100 calories ... perfect for all those Ne...
Gift ideas for the wine lover in your life As seen on the Today Show, December 20th. If you're one of those holiday shoppers who hasn't ticked everyone off your list yet, here are suggestions for the drink appreciators in your life from Head Thirsty Girl, Leslie Sbrocco. Five S...
20 under $20: Quality holiday wines that won't break the bank As seen on December 13th, 2011 Today Show BITES by Head Thirsty Girl, Leslie Sbrocco. The holidays are here again and that means parties, gift giving and indulging — or over-indulging for some (myself included). How do you find wine merriment without...
How to Host a Wine Tasting Party It's the most wonderful time of the year. Don't you feel it? Having and attending parties is about a important as decorating your tree. Why not have a wine tasting party. Don't worry, no need to stress! At Thirsty Girl, we know a little something about...
Thanksgiving Dinner Wines... Thanksgiving Dinner Wines... Sparkling: Domaine Carneros 2007 Brut Cuveé $26.00 pb Wine comprises of 60% Pinot Noir + 40% Chardonnay http://www.domainecarneros.com/2007Brut Dry White: Chateau du Champ des Treilles, 2009 “Vin Passion” B...
Pinot Gris / Pinot Grigio: The Denim of White Wine Pinot Gris is the wine world’s answer to denim. Sipping a glass of easy-drinking, affordable Pinot Gris is like throwing on your favorite well-worn pair of jeans. Both are about kicking back and getting comfortable. Core Words for Pinot Grigio: D...
Visiting Wineries and Tasting Rooms From the Napa Valley to Sonoma, to Washington, Oregon, France and beyond, there is no shortage of wine tasting places to visit. Share with other Thirsty Girls, your favorite wineries and tasting rooms to visit. What was your experience like and what ar...
Cabernet Sauvignon- The Classic Red Cabernet Sauvignon is often considered a classic red wine. It is a wine wardrobe essential. Cabernet remains the most popular red wine on the market because it offers distinctive drinking in a wide range of prices and styles. Dry: Cabernet Sauvignon i...
Wine Shopping Checklist Whether your hosting a dinner party, an event or attending as a guest, wine shopping goes more smoothly when you have a list. How do you decide what wine to buy or which wine would work best for a particular event? What is your budget? Where wi...
Thirsty Girl Wine Tips and Terms Here are some exclusive tips and sips from our Head Thirsty Girl, Leslie Sbrocco. Next time you find yourself at the bar by yourself, strike up a conversation with person next to you or the bartender. Wow them with your fabulous knowledge. Cheers to th...
Bubbles! Favorite Champagnes Next to diamonds, Bubbles are probably most Thirsty Girl's best friends! What’s in a Name? Here are few terms to remember: Sparkling wine – This is the umbrella category for any wine with bubbles. Champagne – Champagne is a type of sparkling...
Wine Tasting Tips from The Boston Expo 2011 Leslie Sbrocco's wine tasting tips from the Boston Wine Expo in January 2011. ...
Let's Talk Chardonnay! Chardonnay is one of those wines that's great to sip and goes well with so many types of food. Not to mention it remains very popular. Any basic wine wardrobe will likely include a Chardonnay. Known for it's mild mannered fruitiness, it lends well to maki...
Wine Tip: Navigating Wine Lists Are you sometimes overwhelmed with where to start when you are handed the wine list at a restaurant? Head Thirsty Girl, Leslie Sbrocco has some tips for help you navigate through a wine list. TIPS Ask for help from the sommelier. Be adventurous- ...
Pairing Wine and Food When it comes to pairing wine with food, we all have our favorites. Whether you're eating something sweet, salty or spicy, try think of "refreshing" when pairing a wine with it. Here, Leslie shares some of her favorite tips when pairing wine with food. ...
Wine Tip: Texture in Pairing Food + Wine Think about the textures of food when deciding what wine to pair them with. In this video, wine expert and Head Thirsty Girl, Leslie Sbrocco gives her tips for how to pair different food dishes with wines taking into account their textures and flavors. ...
Alternative Wine Packaging No longer is it the case where wine in a box or with a screw top is an indicator of bad wine. High quality wines are becoming more and more available in alternative packaging. Watch Head Thirsty Girl, Leslie Sbrocco in the video below as she explains the ...
How to Taste Wine See, swirl, smell and sip...the four S's of wine tasting. In this video, Leslie Sbrocco gives her secrets how See, Swirl, Smell and Sip are used to enhance your wine tasting experience. See: Get an indication of the grape variety and age by looking at ...
Wine Tip: Making Vinegar from Wine Got a bit of leftover wine that you don't know what to do with? Watch Leslie in the video below to find out how to make homemade wine vinegar. ...
Wine Tasting: Napa Valley As the most famous wine region in the United States, the Napa Valley has millions of visitors per year. Must see spots: the historic caves at Beringer Vineyards lunch at Tra Vigne or Mustards Grill a stop by the Oakville Grocery for picnic supp...
Wine Tip: Choosing Wine Stemware Of course, any glass with wine in it is considered a wine glass but what else should you consider when choosing wine stemware? In this video, Leslie Sbrocco gives you a quick overview about what features to consider for your wine stemware. And find out he...
Wine Tip: Essential Wine Gadgets Wondering what wine gadgets are essential for your wine tasting kit? In the video below, Head Thirsty Girl and Wine Expert, Leslie Sbrocco shares what she considers to be essential basic wine gadgets. ...
Wine Tip: What to Do With Leftover Wine? Many of you may ask, "Leftover wine? What's that?" Should you find yourself with some leftover wine and are wondering how to keep it fresh until later, watch the video below as head Thirsty Girl, Leslie Sbrocco, shares her tips for storing leftover wine. ...
How to Throw a Wine Tasting Party This week may seem ripe with anticipation for the official start of summer, but that's no reason to stop celebrating. Here are some official Thirsty Girl tips for throwing a blind wine tasting party - park your stuffy assumptions about wine at the door....
Simple Mother's Day Ideas On Mother’s Day, it’s all about the little things – the small, personalized gestures that show you care. This year, treat your mom to a fabulous brunch, a bottle of her favorite wine or a homemade gift. Here are some simple, yet elegant ways to show...
Savvy Sipping: Exotic Whites for Uncorking Spring As appeared on TodayShow.com Bites on April 20, 2011. When the weather warms, I ache for the exotic.A Chardonnay lover and Sauvignon Blanc devotee I like to sip the familiar, but I know there’s more to explore. Heard of Torrontes, Roussanne or A...
Savvy Sipping: Head Thirsty Girl on TodayShow.com blog BITES Beginning in April, head Thirsty Girl Leslie Sbrocco, will be contributing regular blog posts to the Bites blog for NBC's Today Show website. This week she kicks off discussing the new trend of Wines on Tap. April 6, 2011: Sipping Savvy -- Back to the ...
Valentine's Day Sipping Cupid is drawing back his arrow and it’s almost time to shoot. What will be in your glass when his bow goes? Will it be Champagne? Belgian beer? A shot of agave? Let us know what you’re pouring February 14th and we’ll share with the Thirsty Girls. ...
A Big State on a Small Scale Though the California wine industry is big, it still embraces small, family-owned wineries crafting boutique bottles. Here’s a roundup of my latest discoveries; ranging from affordable to luxurious, and spanning the state from north to south, these vint...
Sips to Savor: Wines I liked in 2009 I went through stories and tasting notes from last year—still seems strange to say that—and found some wine favorites from bubbles to bargains. Please share your top picks with the rest of us Thirsty Girls. Sparkling: J "Cuvee 20," Ru...

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