Category Archives: Wine Down Wednesday

One of my favorite days of the week Wine Wednesday! I have been out exploring local wines and vineyards, here is some tips so you can enjoy them too.

Announcement – Summer/Fall Wine Festival

Posted on March 5, 2017 by travelingmurphy

I have received multiple emails asking me to release my Summer/Fall Wine Festival post early this year. I am so excited to see so much interest for Illinois Wine and travel through the state so I will start working on … Continue reading →

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Mardi Gras Wine Dinner at Cooper’s Hawk Winery

Posted on March 2, 2017 by travelingmurphy

Every year my mother-in-law and husband work together to plan experience Christmas presents for me (and my husband). They have given us a weekend getaway to Lake Geneva that included a cooking class, tickets to a farm-to-fork dinner and our … Continue reading →

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Preparing to Attend Wine Lovers’ Weekend

Posted on February 23, 2017 by travelingmurphy

Last year I was the guest at Galena’s Wine Lovers’ Weekend (WLW). There was so much to see and do it was hard to figure out where to start. So I am writing this post to help you figure out … Continue reading →

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Happy National Drink Wine Day!

Posted on February 18, 2017 by travelingmurphy

Who knew that we needed a special day to drink wine? I welcome the excuse. Haha Here are some great ways to celebrate the holiday: We are in the heart of Girl Scout Cookie season, even National Drink Wine Day … Continue reading →

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What Sparkling Wine Pairs with the Big Game Appetizer

Posted on February 4, 2017 by travelingmurphy

Can you believe we are a day away from the Super Bowl? The grocery stores are packed with everyone trying to decide what appetizers to serve at their party tomorrow and I think this post will help. Pick the sparkling … Continue reading →

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Winter Wine Events

Posted on January 26, 2017 by travelingmurphy

If you are anything like me, even the thought of snow has you dreaming of grabbing your favorite hoodie and snuggling up on the couch with endless episodes on Netflix. This year I am trying to crush my winter blues … Continue reading →

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A Week of Wine Pairings

Posted on January 9, 2017 by travelingmurphy

Starting on Saturday there will be a flurry of wine pairing events. Everything from Grape Nutz Seminar paired with the delicious food from Ginger & Soul finishing off the week with a mini three course wine pairing at Prairie State … Continue reading →

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Happy National Champagne Day

Posted on December 31, 2016 by travelingmurphy

Happy National Champagne Day! If you do not have a bottle of Champagne close by stop at your local Illinois winery and grab some sparkling wine. I will not tell. Some local Illinois wines I recommend: Wedding Cake (Galena Cellars), … Continue reading →

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Happy Illinois Wine Month!

Posted on September 3, 2016 by travelingmurphy

Happy Illinois Wine Month! Celebrate by exploring Galena Cellars Vineyard, sipping your way through Illinois Sparkling Co.‘s sparkling wine flight or a weekend getaway on the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. We have so many great wineries in Illinois!

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Wine Pairing: Sushi and Rosé Wine

Posted on July 28, 2016 by travelingmurphy

People are always asking my favorite dish to pair with wine. Tonight I found a winner. Husky Sushi Roll from Fushi Yami pairs perfect with Lynfred Winery’s Rosé Wine.  

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