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Need a Terrific Venue to hold a Wedding, Funeral, Sweet Sixteen or A Retirement Event? Sweet Magnolia Estates is The Place for you!

May 20, 2023

Family owner and run by Kerry Chandler Rathmann and Stefan Rathmann. Located at 10101 Bailey Road, Cornelius, NC 28031. It was built in loving memory of Lenny “Velvet Hands” Chandler.…

White Wines For Warmer Weather

May 14, 2023

Out of your comfort zone Did you know there are other good white wines – other than Chardonnay & Sauvignon? I like to challenge my wine class members taking them…

The Best Bloody Mary Mix, You Can’t Buy!

May 9, 2023

Serve only the best for Mom. Mother’s Day is Sunday and the time for mimosas and Bloody Marys has arrived. While there are many store-bought mixes, give Mom the best!…

Don’t Ruin That Salad!

May 2, 2023

Spring and summer salads are a staple in my diet. Fall and winter salads are as well, but these warmer months tend to provide a bit more variety. Greens are…

Farmer’s Markets Are Ramping Back Up — Go and Enjoy Fresh Food!

April 25, 2023

Do you know what questions you should be asking? I love it when the farmer’s markets are filled with fresh produce, locally sourced meats, seafood from the coast, freshly baked…

Ahh … Sideways

April 16, 2023

A five-minute rant about Merlot in the 2004 film “Sideways” changed the trajectory of wine in the United States. While Cabernet Sauvignon was king, Merlot was the most widely planted…

My Top 10 Picks at Trader Joe’s

April 11, 2023

Listen up Lake Norman, WE NEED A TRADER JOE’S! TJ’s is doing it right and we need to bring that happy shopping experience closer to Lake Norman. Charlotte currently has…

How to Swirl, Sniff and Taste Like a Pro

April 9, 2023

The most effective way to appreciate wine is to learn how to taste like the professionals. The more knowledge you have about wine styles, climate, varietals and winemaking techniques, the…