Eger, The Jewel of Hungary’s Wine
June 4, 2008 | Written by Cindy Lou Dale
Being one of life’s great cheapskates, I decided against hiring a car and took a two-hour €6 bus ride out of Budapest to Eger, the historic wine region of Hungary. This was a decision I would later regret.
A formidable Neanderthal lumbered onto the already full bus. He could easily have been the world’s most terrifying human. He lunged passed, grunted then looked back at the empty seat beside me. I felt a... [Read more]
Wine in Portugal
May 14, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
Fall in Portugal brings a buzz of activity to the 20 designated wine regions across the country, from picking and processing the grapes to celebrating the harvest with food, song and traditional festivals.
During September and October, visitors can now witness these ancient rituals up close, by taking part in the harvest itself, touring through the many vineyards, crushing the grapes if they desire, or even lodging... [Read more]
French Country Waterways
May 9, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
FRENCH COUNTRY WATERWAYS OFFERS A MENU OF SAVINGS TO GO ALONG WITH ITS
GRAND CRU WINES, FABULOUS LOCAL CHEESES AND HIGHLY RATED DINING EXPERIENCES
Barging the canals of France has just gotten up to 40% less expensive for future guests of French Country Waterways who book select departures during the July-August summer season. The 18-passenger luxury barge Esprit makes its way through Burgundy’s fabled Côte... [Read more]
Canada’s BC Wine Region
May 1, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
The Wine Islands
Victoria, BC’s wine region, known as the Wine Islands , is the fastest growing wine region in Canada . It now represents one quarter of the wineries in BC. Ten years ago, there were only seven licensed wineries on the Wine Islands and today there are over 30. The wineries of the Wine Islands are reporting an increase in visitors over 30% per year for each of the last five years... [Read more]
Argentine Wine Route
April 26, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
Argentine Wine Route : A Taste of the Good Life
On the horizon, the Andes mountains. A shorter distance away, an arid valley seared with furrows where grapevines grow. On a roadside, the minimalist building of an ultra-modern winery or the colonial mansion of a traditional winemaker. This is a postcard of Argentina , a country whose reputation as a world-class wine producer continues to grow. And... [Read more]
Wine Courses in Burgundy
March 14, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
Sensation Vin is the only tasting space in Beaune where it is possible to take wine tasting classes without an appointment.
Former participants say the classes are both fun and informative. “Fun” because each tasting is a real pleasure and “informative” because you learn so much about Burgundy during the course.
The “Essential 6 wines” are adapted to each person who wants to know more about Burgundy... [Read more]
Dine Out Vancouver Returns
January 5, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
In its sixth year, the promotion boasts record number of participating restaurants and new awards program.
Vancouver, BC: Come in from the cold this January and take a bite out of Vancouver’s top food and wine event! Presented by Visa®, Tourism Vancouver’s Dine Out Vancouver 2008 will take place over 19 days, from Wednesday, January 16 to Sunday,... [Read more]
Cooking and Pilates Retreat
January 4, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
FOR AFTER THE FEASTING, FITNESS (WITHOUT FASTING)
For those who want to dig their way out of this season of winter feasting without having to sacrifice flavor, Barcelona-trained chef and culinary guide Teresa Parker and New York-based Pilates Master Karrie Adamany have cooked up a Food and Fitness Retreat in a gorgeously restored country... [Read more]
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