Chris is a sommelier from Omaha, NE and the owner of VinoCritic.com. He writes about wine, reviews wines and enjoys helping others learn about wine. He loves traveling with his wife Holly, especially to wine-centric locations like Paso Robles, Napa, Italy & France.
Gnocchi are a type of Italian dumpling typically made from potato, flour, and egg. These are traditionally served with a tomato or cream-based sauce. Like... Read more.
A common challenge that wine enthusiasts run into are distinguishing between Merlot and Malbec. Both malbec and merlot are dry red wines, although malbec is sli... Read more.
Similarities of Cabernet Sauvignon & Cabernet Franc Cab Franc is often overlooked as merely a blending varietal but there are some amazing single varietals.... Read more.
While sipping on wine and watching a Pixar movie about a French rat chef is not a bad idea, in this article we are actually discussing the classic Provença... Read more.
The most popular cut of pork is undoubtedly the pork chop. This cut of meat is taken from the loin, and comes in all sizes and a variety of preparations: thick ... Read more.
One of the most prized cuts of steak is the filet mignon, which is a steak that is cut from the thick end of a beef tenderloin. Known for its tender, melt-in-yo... Read more.
While South American steakhouses have been serving up Tri-Tip for ages, it’s only been in recent years that this delicious cut of meat has only gained po... Read more.
There are basic principles when pairing food and wine and the impact the two have on one another. Sweet or umami (savory) foods will make wine taste more ... Read more.
Summer is a time spent outdoors. Whether you are camping, swimming, boating, or just hanging out in your backyard, the summer months mean lots of time in the su... Read more.
French Onion Soup is a robust, classic dish whose main flavors are the sweetness resulting from the slow caramelization of the onions and the savoriness of the ... Read more.