Betsy Andrews

Expanding the state’s bottle redemption program to include wine and spirits is a massive undertaking, raising concerns—and hopes—from California’s beverage industry

#12: Southern Ocean Lodge, Kangaroo Island, Australia

In Northern California's Mendocino County, where the crashing Pacific meets old-growth forests, encounters with nature are the key to mindfulness

In an industry with slim margins, owners must focus on fire prevention and safety but also know how to protect their assets in a fire’s aftermath.

Turns out, respecting bodily autonomy is more important than being adventurous.

The Valley’s aromatic white wines have a long history and a potentially big future

The year ahead will focus on soil health, labor, and innovations from the East Coast, while cooperation and consolidation reshape the industry

Pastry Chef Monica Glass loves the versatility of laminated doughs.

Japan’s rice-based brew, say experts, works hot or cold, for fine dining or snacking, in a wine glass or ceramics, and beyond. You just need to learn some guidelines. Then, once you’ve mastered them, you can throw them away.

When it comes to enjoying your food, the ‘how’ might be as important as the ‘what.’

There's never been a better time to eat — and cook with — American apple varieties.

It’s the height of cozy chic at top cocktail bars now. Simple recipes for caviar sandwiches, a ‘dirty’ shrimp cocktail and more make it easy to pull off this civilized ritual at home.

With the food-friendly qualities of the grapes that distinguish Bordelais rosé from other regions like Provence, it’s an exciting new development in the world of pink wines—if only industry buyers would pay attention.

Kimchi! Pickles! Sauerkraut!

After decades of dwindling sales, Bordeaux’s storied sweet wine is testing new strategies to boost its popularity