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May 24, 2025

Sip & Tell: Italian Edition – Six Wines, Three Winemakers

May 24, 2025/ Lisa Denning
Sip & Tell: Italian Edition – Six Wines, Three Winemakers

Welcome to a new series on The Wine Chef, where I share quick takes on wines.

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May 24, 2025/ Lisa Denning/ Comment
Wine of the Week, Dining Out
Lisa Denning, The Wine Chef, Terra Costantino, Sip & Tell, Fabio Costantino, Giacomo Satta, Michele Satta, Filippo Antonelli, Antonelli San Marco, Sicily wines, Tuscany wine, Bolgheri wine, Umbrian wine
March 12, 2025

Italian Cheese and White Wine: Sip, Savor, Repeat

March 12, 2025/ Lisa Denning
Italian Cheese and White Wine: Sip, Savor, Repeat

Few countries take food and wine as seriously as Italy.

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Wine of the Week, Sunday Suppers, Dining Out
Lisa Denning, The Wine Chef, Italian cheese, Italian white wine, Italian Trade Agency, Vigneto Communications, Consorzio del Parmigiano Reggiano, PDO cheeses, Atalanta Corp, Chef Fabrizio Facchini, Association of Italian Chefs in New York, DOCG wine, DOC wine, ITA Talks
January 17, 2025

Where To Eat in NYC 2025

January 17, 2025/ Lisa Denning
Where To Eat in NYC 2025

36 must-try restaurants for your dining bucket list!

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Sunday Suppers, Dining Out
Lisa Denning, The Wine Chef, Where to eat NYC 2025, nycrestaurants, Ai Fiori, Bungalow, Charlie Bird, Chito Gvrito, Ci Siamo, Dame, Essential by Christophe nyc, Four Twenty Five nyc, Jojo nyc, Koloman nyc, L'Accolade nyc, Lola's nyc, Massara nyc, Pasquale Jones nyc, Portale nyc, Rezdora nyc, Sake No Hana nyc, San Sabino nyc, Shmone nyc, The Bar at The Modern, The Noortwyk nyc, The River Cafe nyc, The Studio at Clemente Bar, Torrisi NYC, Upland nyc, Accademia Osteria nyc, Claud nyc, Dinosaur BBQ Harlem, Frena nyc, Kanyakumari nyc, Thai Diner nyc, The Owl's Tail nyc, Borgo nyc, Atoboy nyc, Tatiana by Kwame Onwuachi
November 21, 2024

Mixology Meets Cuisine at NYC’s Newest Hotspot

November 21, 2024/ Lisa Denning
Mixology Meets Cuisine at NYC’s Newest Hotspot

Food and cocktails having a conversation!

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November 21, 2024/ Lisa Denning/ 1 Comment
Today's Taste (Reviews), Dining Out
Lisa Denning, The Wine Chef, Clemente Bar, Daniel Humm, Eleven Madison Park, The Studio at Clemente Bar, cocktails with cuisine, food and cocktails
January 12, 2024

Where To Eat in NYC 2024: 22 Top Choices

January 12, 2024/ Lisa Denning
Where To Eat in NYC 2024: 22 Top Choices

A small sampling of must-try NYC restaurants.

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January 12, 2024/ Lisa Denning/ 6 Comments
Dining Out
Lisa Denning, The Wine Chef, NYC Restaurants, Jungsik, Frevo NYC, Essential by Christophe nyc, Torrisi NYC, Koloman nyc, Le Pavillon nyc, L'Accolade nyc, Principe nyc, Laser Wolf brooklyn, Dame nyc, Shukette nyc, Thai Diner nyc, The Lobster Club, Pinch Chinese nyc, Bangkok Supper Club nyc, Bar Pasquale nyc, Genki Omakase nyc, Koi nyc, Cosme nyc, Greywind nyc, Nobu Fifty Seven, Yasaka nyc, Where to east NYC 2024
October 17, 2023

All You Need to Know About Grana Padano Cheese

October 17, 2023/ Lisa Denning
All You Need to Know About Grana Padano Cheese

One of Italy’s greatest treasures.

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October 17, 2023/ Lisa Denning/ 2 Comments
Sunday Suppers, Dining Out
Lisa Denning, The Wine Chef, Grana Padano cheese, Coldiretti, grainy cheese, Protected Designation of Origin, cheese storage tips, Franciacorta, Lambrusco, Lake Garda, Lugana, Veneto wine, Soave wine, Garganaga grape, nebbiolo grape, Barolo, Barbaresco, Langhe Nebbiolo, Valpolicella, Amarone, Corvina grape
December 21, 2022

Negronis and Pasta, A Lesson On Pairing Italian Cocktails with Italian Food

December 21, 2022/ Lisa Denning
Negronis and Pasta, A Lesson On Pairing Italian Cocktails with Italian Food

Like wine, cocktails and liqueurs are an integral part of Italian culture. Why not have them at your dining table?

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December 21, 2022/ Lisa Denning/ 2 Comments
Sunday Suppers, Dining Out
Italian Food, Italian cocktails, Italian spirits, Italian vermouth, cocktails with dinner, Lucciola restaurant, Valentino Longo bartender, Chef Michele Casadei Massari, negroni, negroni cocktail, Luxardo, Meletti Bitter Rosso, Cocchi Torino Rosso
December 02, 2022

Ten Top Italian Restaurants in New York City

December 02, 2022/ Lisa Denning
Ten Top Italian Restaurants in New York City

New Yorkers and visitors alike can’t get enough of these ten amazing Italian restaurants

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Dining Out
Lisa Denning, The Wine Chef, Italian Restaurants, New York City Restaurants, Brooklyn Roots, Maialino (vicino), Rezdora nyc, Rubirosa nyc, L'Artusi nyc, Don Angie nyc, Emilio's Ballato nyc, Forsythia nyc, Lilia nyc, Bamonte's nyc
August 17, 2022

Four Must-Experience Culinary Spots in Portugal

August 17, 2022/ Lisa Denning
Four Must-Experience Culinary Spots in Portugal

Renowned for its beautiful coastline, vibrant culture and delicious cuisine, Portugal is a must-visit country for food and wine lovers.

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August 17, 2022/ Lisa Denning/ 2 Comments
Travel, Dining Out, Wine of the Week
Lisa Denning, The Wine Chef, Portugal, Portuguese food, Portuguese wine, Lisbon Portugal, Lisboa, Belem Portugal, Evora Portugal, Alto Douro wine region, Douro Valley, Port wine, Alentejo wine
March 06, 2022

NYC Cheese & Wine Week is Back!

March 06, 2022/ Lisa Denning
NYC Cheese & Wine Week is Back!

This week-long celebration returns to NYC March 7th to 16th. Check out all the goings-on.

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March 06, 2022/ Lisa Denning/ 1 Comment
Wine of the Week, Dining Out
Lisa Denning, The Wine Chef, Vin de Savoie, Wine of Savoie, NYC Cheese & Wine Week, Jean-Francois Hesse, Domaine Berthollier, Domaine Richel
December 05, 2021

Terrific Thai Comfort Food in Chelsea, NYC

December 05, 2021/ Lisa Denning
Terrific Thai Comfort Food in Chelsea, NYC

A casual, tasty respite from the stresses of life!

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December 05, 2021/ Lisa Denning/ 2 Comments
Dining Out
Lisa Denning, The Wine Chef, Glur Thai, Thai comfort food, dumplings, springrolls, vegan food, vegetarian, fried chicken, ginger rice, red curry, Tom kha soup, Chelsea nyc, NYC restaurants, lemon drop sake cocktail
October 09, 2020

New NYC Restaurant: Wicked Jane

October 09, 2020/ Lisa Denning
New NYC Restaurant: Wicked Jane

A casual, fine-dining spot in Greenwich Village.

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October 09, 2020/ Lisa Denning/ Comment
Wine of the Week, Dining Out
Lisa Denning, The Wine Chef, Wicked Jane, New York City Restaurants, NYC Dining, NYC Restaurants, Greenwich Village restaurants, Salmon, Scallop crudo, Duck tacos, Chocolate mousse, Podere Giardino Lambrusco, Italian sparkling wine
August 27, 2020

Pearls of Wisdom: 7 Facts About Oysters and What to Drink With Them

August 27, 2020/ Lisa Denning
Pearls of Wisdom: 7 Facts About Oysters and What to Drink With Them

Let’s talk oysters!

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August 27, 2020/ Lisa Denning/ 4 Comments
Wine of the Week, Sunday Suppers, Dining Out
Lisa Denning, The Wine Chef, oysters, Harbor Fish Market, Portland, Maine seafood, Pacific oysters, kumamoto oysters, european oysters, atlantic oysters, olympia oysters, oyster shells, aphrodisiac, wine and oysters, Ferrari Sparkling wine, Method Traditional, Il Patio di Eataly, Columbus Circle Wine and Spirits, Oak and Barrel, Greenwood Grape and Still
March 06, 2020

Spotlight on The Top Pinot Noirs of Chile's Ventisquero Winery

March 06, 2020/ Lisa Denning
Spotlight on The Top Pinot Noirs of Chile's Ventisquero Winery

Chile is becoming more known for its exceptional Pinot Noir wines, like these Ventisquero beauties.

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March 06, 2020/ Lisa Denning/ Comment
Wine of the Week, Dining Out
Lisa Denning, The Wine Chef, Ventisquero Winery, Pinot Noir, Heru Pinot Noir, Grey Glacier Pinot Noir, Tara Atacama, Txikito NYC, Vina Ventisquero
February 28, 2020

Top Six Wine Events in NYC - March 2020

February 28, 2020/ Lisa Denning
Top Six Wine Events in NYC - March 2020

Check out these unique experiences to learn about wine.

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February 28, 2020/ Lisa Denning/ 1 Comment
Wine of the Week, Dining Out
Strong Women Make Big Bordeaux Bottles, Wine Events, New York City Wine Events, Cava Discovery Week, Georgian Wine Tasting, Italian Winemakers Dinner, Chama Mama, Italian Wine Merchants, The Waverly Inn, Barolo vs. Burgundy, NY Drinks NY Grand Tasting, Wine on Wheels Grand Tasting
February 15, 2020

In and Around Bardolino, Lake Garda's Best Spots to Drink, Dine, and Stay

February 15, 2020/ Lisa Denning
In and Around Bardolino, Lake Garda's Best Spots to Drink, Dine, and Stay

Discover the best food, wine and accomodations.

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February 15, 2020/ Lisa Denning/ Comment
Travel, Dining Out, Wine of the Week
Lake Garda, Bardolino, Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara, Chiaretto, La Formica, Il Giardino delle Esperidi, Taverna Kus, Oseleta Ristorante, Costabella, Benazzoli, Cavalchina, Le Fraghe, Cantina Gorgo, Gentili Winery, Guerrieri Rizzardi, Le Morette, Vigneti Villabella, Villa Calicantus, Zeni, Villa Cordevigo, Albergo Locanda San Vigilio, Hotel Regina Adelaide, Hotel Quatro Stazione, Parc Hotel Germano
January 09, 2020

Where to Eat in NYC - 2020

January 09, 2020/ Lisa Denning
Where to Eat in NYC - 2020

Lots of great new spots to ring in the new decade.

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January 09, 2020/ Lisa Denning/ 2 Comments
Dining Out
Lisa Denning, The Wine Chef, ABC Kitchen, abcV, Aureole, The Bar at The Modern, Benno, Casa Mono, Chef's Club, Don Angie, Frenchette, Esca, Gabriel Kreuther, Her Name is Han, Il Buco Alimentaria, Fish Cheeks, James, Jams, Lafayette, La Mercerie, L'Artusi, Le Bernardin, Lilia, Marea, Marta, Llama San, Nobu, Nougatine, Oxomoco, Rezdora, The River Cafe, Saint Julivert, Shuko, Wayan, Wayla, NYC Restaurants, Where to eat NYC 2020, Pearl Oyster Bar, Toloache, Restaurant Guide, NYC Restaurant guide
November 22, 2019

On the Texas Wine Trail from Austin to Fredericksburg

November 22, 2019/ Lisa Denning
On the Texas Wine Trail from Austin to Fredericksburg

Discover this up-and-coming wine region.

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November 22, 2019/ Lisa Denning/ Comment
Wine of the Week, Travel, Dining Out
Lisa Denning, The Wine Chef, Texas Hill Country wine, Fall Creek Vineyards, Fredericksburg Texas, Duchman Family Winery, Ron Yates Winery, Pedernales Cellars, 4.0 Cellars, Cotton Gin Village, Cabernet Grill, Rustlin' Rob's, VAudeville, Grandma Daisy's, Fischer & Wieser, Salt Lick Barbecue, Grape Collective
November 18, 2019

Meet Maremma: Where to Eat, Drink and Play

November 18, 2019/ Lisa Denning
Meet Maremma: Where to Eat, Drink and Play

Get to know Maremma, a place of awe-inspiring sights and experiences.

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November 18, 2019/ Lisa Denning/ 1 Comment
Wine of the Week, Travel, Dining Out
Lisa Denning, The Wine Chef, Maremma, Tuscany, Under the Tuscan Sun, Maremma Toscana DOC, Wine lovers, Sassotondo Winery, Tenuta Montauto, Fattoria di Magliano, Terenzi Winery, Basile Organic Wine Farm, Val delle Rose, Rocco di Frassinello, Food lovers, Da Caino, Il Pelicano, Osteria del Mare gia Votapentole, Castiglione della Pescaia, Locanda La Luna, Caselficio Fiorino, Frantoio Franci, History Buffs, Massa Marittima, Pitigliano, Sovana, Sorano, Vitozza, Citta del Tufo, Montemerano, Manciano, Maremma Regional Park, Carrozze in Maremma, Monte Argentario, Hotel Terme di Saturnia, Riva del Sole Resort, Hotel Torre di Cala Piccola, Casa Rossa Ximenes, Diaccia Botrona
October 03, 2019

On The Tapas Trail in Logroño, Rioja

October 03, 2019/ Lisa Denning
On The Tapas Trail in Logroño, Rioja

Join the party in Spain’s most celebrated wine region.

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October 03, 2019/ Lisa Denning/ 1 Comment
Travel, Dining Out, Wine of the Week
Lisa Denning, The Wine Chef, Logroño, Rioja, Spanish food, Rioja wine, Bar Soriano, Gastrobar a tu gusto, Bar La Travesia, Umm No Solo Tapas, Las Cubanas, El Canalla, Pata Negra, Meson Jabago, Calle del Laurel, Calle Albornoz, Calle San Augustin, Calle Marques de Vallejo, Trevesia de San Juan, Calle de San Juan, Calle Alfonso VI, Muga Winery, pinchos, pintxos, tapas
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