Madrid’s Best Tapas Bars Everybody in Madrid has their Tapas bar- their secret neighborhood hideaway. Whether for a morning coffee, a midday snack, or a late night bottle among friends, madrileños live their lives in their favorite haunts. Here... more
by Simona Piccinelli, Italy specialist At the very last minute, last week I decided to spend a few days in Rome with my friends, to visit the amazing exhibition Bacon and Caravaggio at the Galleria Borghese , waiting for the great Caravaggio exhibition... more
Notable eating in 2009- some of my favorite food experiences in Italy by Simona Piccinelli, Italy specialist Here is a compilation of the best dishes I tasted last year- a mix of high-end/creative/traditional/affordable/homey/expensive Italian cuisine: 1.... more
Portugal is one of Europe’s genuine hidden gems, known more to Port wine lovers then to general tourists-at-large. But there is so much to see and do in this beautiful country! Let us share some tips on ten things you must not miss on your trip... more
Spain is packed full of beautiful towns and villages, ranging from the Arab white washed hamlets of the south to slate “pizarra” villages of the north to sandstone pueblos in the Balearic islands and tropical architecture of the Canary islands.... more
It’s January, it’s cold and miserable and you don’t feel like cooking tonight… PIZZA night! A pizza always hits the spot, but what to drink with it? Turn a simple Pizza night into a food and wine adventure with these fun pizza/wine... more
10 New Year’s Resolutions for Wine Lovers- dos and don’ts. 1. Don’t drink bad wine- life is too short. 2. Place more importance on food and wine pairing. 3. Try a new grape varietal every month. 4. Drink bubbly throughout the year,... more
Simona Piccinelli, our Italian food and wine specialist has put together a fabulous suggested week-long itinerary for gourmets wanting to eat their way through Northern Italy’s best restaurants. Pour a glass of Italian wine, grab a notebook... more
The annual Georgina Campbell Awards are here for 2010! Discover fabulous places to dine and stay in Ireland… The 2010 Award Winners are: Hotel of the Year - The BrookLodge & Wells Spa – Macreddin, Co Wicklow Restaurant of the Year... more
Top Food and Wine Movies for the Holidays Sick of the classic Christmas movies?. Can’t handle “A Christmas Carol” or “It’s a Wonderful life” one more year? Love food and wine? Here is our list of the best ever foodie... more
by Simona Piccinelli, Italy specialist Is there any better way to celebrate New Year’s Eve than with bubbly? We certainly don’t think so! So here is our selection of our favorite sparkling wines of the year- the perfect match for every... more
To all our friends,family, suppliers and clients, all of us at Cellar Tours wish you a very happy holiday season!! Enjoy the parties and upcoming wine dinners and tastings, and please ALWAYS have a designated driver. Christmas in Rome, Photo Cred Enzo... more
