To say life has changed is the understatement of the century. Like many of us, my social whirl of wine tastings, happy hours, and dining at restaurants has been replaced with quiet nights at home. And that's ok. Staying at home is a small price to pay if it slows the spread of COVID-19 and saves lives. But social distancing doesn't mean that you have to drink alone. Thanks to the power of technology, I've been sharing a glass of wine with friends near and far. It has been a source of comfort and joy during these challenging days. With that in mind, I thought it might be fun to share some of these conversations with you!
The first episode of Wine With Wanda: Fine Wine & Fun Conversations aired on Instagram Live on April 15th. My special guest, Dave Eckert, is not just my friend but shares my passion for wine, food, and travel. We met in Italy five years ago on a press trip to Montecucco and Maremma. A former television news anchor, Dave also hosted and produced 275 episodes of Culinary Travels with Dave Eckert. Name a wine region anywhere on the globe and chances are that Dave has been there! You can follow Dave on Instagram @EatsAndDrinksWithDave.
Watch the video on Instagram or YouTube to learn more about what ignited Dave's passion for wine, the food & wine scene in his home region of Kansas City (MO), and his food & wine pairing tips. Of course, this conversation wouldn't be complete without wines; Dave is sipping Julia's Dazzle Rosé from Washington State and I'm sipping Macari Rosé from the North Fork of Long Island. Stay tuned for more episodes of Wine With Wanda! Until then, stay home, sip responsibly, stay connected!
