In this episode we discuss: Family history dating back to grandfather establishing winery in Mendoza in 1960s The inspiration to focus on high elevation sites like Altamira, La Consulta, Gualtallary Understanding the valley's geology, altitude impacts creating distinct terroir identities   How he developed Zuccardi's non-interventionist approach allowing transparent expression of place using concrete eggs vs. steel to showcase vineyard character  Why soil mapping via calicatas provides key viticultural insights and how clonal selection and varieties are suited to high elevation ..read more

In this episode we talk about:  How Giuliana was “chosen” by the world of fungi  The “3F’s” & basics of the Fungi Kingdom & the role fungi plays in sustaining life The development of Chilean mycology and the uniqueness of Chilean fungi. The lonely road that was studying Chilean fungi at first and why Chile is classified as a “mycro-phobic” country despite being a fungi hotspot!  How co-evolution with fungi have led to fungi with medicinal properties  The process of looking for fungi for particular purposes - medicinal, pesticides, -- and how their co-evolution with ..read more

In this episode: Why the holiday season goes beyond peak season and coincides with the onset of summer vacation A discussion on top destinations in South America: Patagonia, Mendoza, Buenos Aires, and the beaches of Jose Ignacio, Uruguay How to navigate the varied weather and seasons Tips on booking flights, transportation, and accommodations The secret on how to avoid the summer crowds and when to go (all within the summer time frame) Resources: Instagram: @lccwe, @lizcaskey77 Website: www.lizcaskey.com You can learn more about Liz Caskey Culinary & Wine Experiences and the trips we off ..read more

In this episode we discuss: Emily’s background and how she transitioned from media to skincare with her French business partner, Garance Doré The origin of French pharmacy skincare and how Doré set out to modernize it Why origin and source of ingredients matter in skin care & how she & Garance formulated their products to be clean  A breakdown of the big difference between EU & US ingredient safety and why Doré defers to the EU Travel hacks to keep your skin healthy and glowing while in transit Resources: Instagram: @Doré, @em_note @garancedore Website: www.wearedore.com Get ..read more

In this episode: Background and the origin of Liz Caskey Culinary & Wine Experiences’ group trip name called, “Romancing Colombia” Why Travel in Colombia is Safe & how to travel smart Colombia's top destinations: Bogotá, Coffee Triangle, Medellín& Cartagena Tips on navigating the varied climate, weather, seasons and flights Itinerary layout suggestions from 4 to 14 day itineraries The secret sauce to why Colombia will leave you with a post-trip glow for weeks after you get home! Resources: Instagram: @lccwe, @lizcaskey77 Website: www.lizcaskey.com You can learn more about Liz Cas ..read more

In this episode we discuss: - Ted’s experience in Burgundy and how that shaped his path in wine and a deep love for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay  - The challenges of bootstrapping and growing his wine business and how Littorai grew from sourced fruit to an established, renowned, self-financed, profitable winery - The important difference between aesthetic and ‘technocratic’ wines and why aesthetic wines as a medium constitute a language - His decision to transition to biodynamic farming and how that has impacted the health of his vineyards and vision of Littorai - His pivotal role in helping ..read more

In this episode we discuss: - The early days and influences in Rodolfo Guzmán's culinary journey - Introduction to Boragó and its unique approach to Chilean ingredients - The decades-long knowledge-gathering process of Boragó - The Role of Boragó in the evolution of Chile's gastronomic Landscape - Discussion on Chilean endemic ingredients and their diversity and the uniqueness of the dining experience at Boragó - Rodolfo’s book “Coming from the South” and what’s next… Resources: Instagram: @rgborago Website: www.borago.cl Rodolfo’s cookbook: “Coming from the South” by Phaidon ..read more

  Timestamps: 1:17 - Liz’s ‘Three Pillars’ of successful trip planning (for any trip) 3:26 - Coming to visit Napa in different seasons: winter, spring, summer, fall 8:33 - Travel planner hacks on where to base in Napa, the best airports for easy access, and the valley’s unique geography to consider 16:44 - How to structure your trip (& wine tastings) to Napa like a pro 21:24 - Final key strategy to keep in mind for a successful trip Resources: Instagram: @lccwe, @lizcaskey77    Website: www.lizcaskey.com ..read more

In the show: -The origins and history of astrology in history and present day - How astrology's decline during the Inquisition and revival during the Renaissance led to its divide from astronomy. -How to use astrology as a tool on your life journey through knowing your sign–and even for those in your life like friends, family, and colleagues. Timestamps for each sign: - 19:48 Aries (March 21st to April 19th) - 24:26 Taurus (April 20th to May 20th) - 26:25 Gemini (May 21st to June 20th) - 28:08 Cancer (June 21st to July 22nd) - 30:56 Leo (July 23rd to August 22nd) - 33:38 Virgo (August 23rd to ..read more

In this episode we cover: -The wine revolution in Chile and how Rodrigo started exploring the wine in  Burgundy, France -His definition of terroir and how that relates to growing grapes and winemaking -The journey and a 10-year search to identify the perfect site to plant his vineyard in the rainy south of Chile–a place where nobody had planted vines before. -Understanding the climatic conditions in the south and their impact on wine production, and how ultimately these translate into Trapi’s unique wines -Why Trapi’s wines are vegan, sustainable, and have incredibly low sulfates -His fut ..read more