Tag Archives: vineyards

Wine + Food + Travel = A Really Great Trip!

Posted on October 7, 2019 by joyofwine

When I ask people about if they’ve had any Italian wine, the first two answers they give are Chianti and Prosecco. And when visiting, most have gone, and/or had tours set up to Tuscany, Rome and of course Venice. Tuscany, … Continue reading →

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South Africa: My Next Journey Awaits

Posted on January 13, 2018 by joyofwine

Ringing in the new year always gives me pause and makes me reflect on the past year’s accomplishments as well as looking forward to what the new year may bring. I work in retail and the dichotomy between December and … Continue reading →

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La Petite Paille

Posted on August 13, 2013 by joyofwine

For those of you that know French, this can be translated to “The Little Straw”. After visiting 14 wineries on the trip to My Own Backyard, this was by far, one of my favourite wineries in the tour.  Small, intimate, … Continue reading →

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My Own Backyard

Posted on July 29, 2013 by joyofwine

There’s nothing like taking a vacation…getting away from the hustle and bustle of the big city; this ratrace we call “life”.  For 10 days, I no longer have to navigate the streets of the city on my bicycle, answer any … Continue reading →

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