On a recent trip to Mexico, I had the pleasure of visiting a hidden gem in the central part of this vast country, the city of San Miguel de Allende. It’s no wonder so many Canadians and Americans retire and vacation here. The colourful houses that line the very steep, cobblestone […]
Wine Review. Your Fall Classic Home Run!
Your fall classic home run! With autumn truly upon us it’s time for full rich reds. Charles Tort 2015 is a winner. This red wine from the Cotes du Rhône in France is an all-star. Smooth, silky and smooth. Tastes sweet and isn’t. For $14.05 you cannot go wrong. Serve […]
Château Pipeau, Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2015
This serious red wine is a Merlot based Grand Cru from St. Emilion in Bordeaux. Château Pipeau was produced in the stellar 2015 vintage – the best since 2005. This means it can be enjoyed now (I recommend using a decanter first) or safely cellar for 10-12 years. As a […]
Managing Sunny Villas in Riviera Maya
On one of my recent trips to the beautiful Mayan Riviera in Mexico, I had the opportunity to sit down with Stephanie Farr, co-founder of Maya Luxe, an elite vacation brokerage offering a collection of the most private and luxurious villa rentals in the exclusive Riviera Maya. Sitting by the […]