Alexandra Andersen's Blog

How’s your year going so far? 

We’re almost one month into 2022 and already, I’m thinking, dear Lord, do NOT let this year have the ridiculousness of 2021. 

No, ma’am, not going to do that again.

I know it’s been a minute, as the kids say, and I’ve pretty much been missing in action…

Here’s why…

I needed some time to think about how I truly wanted this year to look.  And figure out what MY goals, dreams, and aspirations really are for 2022.   I didn’t want to create another checklist of obligati...

“I don’t do Karaoke. I don’t dance, even at weddings. I’m the grumpy one sitting down drinking wine.”
– Ricky Gervais

“I tried cooking with wine. Didn’t go so well. After 5 glasses, I forgot why I was even in the kitchen.”
– Anonymous

“Why do I drink champagne for breakfast? Doesn’t everyone?”
– Noel Coward

Feeling pretty heroic today… Time to rescue some wine trapped in a bottle.

Old and tired. But down to day drink.

“The only thing I throwback on Thursday is a glass of wine.”

Wine
How cl...

Today we celebrate World Vranec Day

Orange Wine Day – October 6th

Today is International Pinotage Day

Happy Prokupac Day

World Champagne Day – October 22nd

International Cariguan Day – October 29th

Happy Columbus Day

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Do you know those days when you want something healthy-ish but still delicious?

Well, my lazy Caesar salad recipe will answer the dilemma of what to eat for dinner.

Add some chicken, salmon, or shrimp, and this salad is a perfect complete meal. Just don’t try to kiss anyone after you’ve eaten my lazy Caesar salad because you will reek of garlic, which may not be a bad thing.

This salad is your friend if you’re low carb, keto, or even vegan. (If you’re vegan, use your special veggie mayo and omi...

Happy World Lambrusco Day!

Now, if you’re not familiar with Lambrusco, let me expand your palate and your mind…

You see, Lambrusco used to be a top-rated wine until the 1970’s when it fell into mass production and besmirched Lambrusco’s precious reputation.

Since then, it’s been known as a sugary sweet cheap ass bottle o’ wine soda.

Think Riunite Lambrusco. Remember those giant jugs of red wine sitting heavily on the bottom shelf of most major grocery stores, which everyone assumed represented t...

Did you know today is Chenin Blanc Day? #DrinkChenin

Ohhh…I love me some Chenin Blanc!

Everyone knows Chardonnay, Riesling, or Sauvignon Blanc, but Chenin Blanc is tricky to grow and gets confused for one of those more famous grapes.

In my opinion, Chenin Blanc grapes (even though they are part of the Noble wine grape family) have a marketing problem.

But once you get to know Chenin Blanc, I think you’ll love it as much as I do…

Chenin Blanc is a soft, juicy grape with hi...

Pairing wine with seafood doesn’t have to be complicated.

Just remember, it’s really about how you cook and in what style that affects the taste when pairing wine with seafood.

One big no, no is pairing seafood with red wines. Why?

The tannins found in red wine are going to react badly with the fish oil on your tastebuds.

It could create a copper penny (metallic) or sanguine aftertaste. Trust, you don’t want that.

If you want to pair red wine with seafood, the...

There’s nothing better than making dinner in under 20 minutes.

An air fryer makes that possible.

If you don’t have an air fryer yet, what are you even doing with your life?

You’re wasting time. You could be on the couch with your feet up, sipping a spectacular Rosé wine.

Full disclosure, I am a kitchen snob.

I don’t believe in unitaskers or specialized gadgets that can only do one thing unless it’s my Nespresso maker. Instead, I want the appliances I spend money on to serve multiple purposes.

Bu...

What I find funny about Rosé wine is most people either love it or hate it.

It’s a homewrecker for sure.

How do you feel about chilled Rosé wine?

Personally, I love it…Especially during the week, it’s an easy drink. It’s crisp, refreshing, and always delights.

Rosé wine is the ultimate porch pounder or couch sipper…

But I get that the #roseallday isn’t for everyone. And not many want to be slotted into the airy-fairy millennial #whitegirlrose brand either (I sure as hell don’t).

The thing is, I ...

Today I’ve decided to answer ONE of your burning questions…

Alexandra, what’s the best wine with pizza?

Well, Susan, it depends on the kind of pizza pie you’re about to enjoy…

But first, let’s set the budget for the wine. Don’t cough up more than you paid for the pizza. Pizza night means it’s time to pop or screw open a fab bargain wine.

Now let’s get into the types of pizza and what’s the best wine with pizza.

I love a good pepperoni ...