Fiscal/Physical Disaster In less than a month some of the countries in the Caribbean region were devastated by three hurricanes, making global headlines because of weather related destruction of unbelievable proportions. The loss of life, power, water, and a compromised infrastructure have had a negative impact on the economics of the region and have raised […]
Caribbean Tourism: Deep-rooted Problems- Searching for New Solutions
Hundreds of executives interested in the Caribbean hotel, travel and tourism industry could be found discussing the state of the region and the industry at the Hilton Hotel in Barbados during the week of September 14, 2016. The Hilton was built in 1966 and renovated 11 years ago (2005). With 350 rooms, it is perhaps […]
Italian sparkling wines piques interest of recording artist Tay Bell
When Sarah McGovern, the Brand Manager for Guarachi Wine Partners, suggested I write a wine review of their newly acquired Cuvee Deor: The Gold Collection, Italian sparkling wines, I thought it would be interesting to not only share my thoughts on these wines, but to also include the opinion of Recording Artist and Song Writer, Tay […]
Phoenix and Scottsdale Visits Manhattan
Visit Phoenix recently met with NY media at The Modern (ground floor of the Museum of Modern Art) to share what is new and wonderful in their part of the planet. Doug MacKenzie, the Director of Media Relations, Visit Phoenix, was team leader. Sharing Phoenix updates: The Modern Presents Lunch Lunch started with Marinated Prawns/Salad, followed […]
Super Heroes and Their Wines
Jason recently introduced me to the Super Heroes of NYC during a 3-hour Super Tour bus journey and walk around Manhattan. Please know that I am not a Super Heroes groupie. As a child, I preferred Zombies and science fiction to Batman and Robin; however, when the invitation to see the not-so-obvious New York world […]
Super heroes and their wine list
Jason recently introduced me to the Super Heroes of NYC during a 3-hour Super Tour bus journey and walk around Manhattan. Please know that I am not a Super Heroes groupie. As a child, I preferred Zombies and science fiction to Batman and Robin; however, when the invitation to see the not-so-obvious New York world […]
New York Developer Acquires French Winery: Chateau de Chausse
Located in Provence-Alpes-Cote d’Azur on the St. Tropez peninsula, the French Chateau de Chausse recently introduced its wine to New York wine writers, buyers and collectors. Wine has been made in Provence for more than 2600 years and is the oldest wine-producing region in France. Vines need a minimum of 1400 hours of sunshine (degree […]
Decadent Snacks with Wine
The global market for snacks is expected to reach $138.2 billion by 2020 as a result of a frantic and frenetic lifestyle where consumers are replacing main meals with flexible, light and convenient snacking options. Millennials (24-37), Generation X (38-48) and Generation Z (0-23), are responsible for the growth in better-for-you snack food consumption between […]
Decadent snacks with wine
The global market for snacks is expected to reach $138.2 billion by 2020 as a result of a frantic and frenetic lifestyle where consumers are replacing main meals with flexible, light and convenient snacking options. Millennials (24-37), Generation X (38-48) and Generation Z (0-23), are responsible for the growth in better-for-you snack food consumption between […]
Bordeaux Wines Meet Up @ Bagatelle in Manhattan
For those who need to be seen, the go-to French Mediterranean restaurant in the Meatpacking district of Manhattan is Bagatelle. Gentlemen take note: The name means the “light courtship of a woman.” Designed and managed by French Aymeric Clemente & Remi Laba, this restaurant creates an atmosphere and menu that suggests the flavors of the […]