If you’ve ever wanted to introduce a misbehaving corkscrew to the business end of a firearm (I think anyone who’s ever snapped a cork in half when opening a bottle can identify with this feeling), then you’re not actually too far off from one of that tool’s original uses. That corkscrews may have derived from…
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Born Digital: Some Of Our Children Are Ugly (What Wine Writing Awards Mean)
The ugly child to which I refer in the title being me, of course. Hey, even in the on-line wine writing world, not all of those who are “born digital” can be handsome, I’m afraid. I recently (ok, somewhat recently – times are busy, people!) ”took the bronze” in the 2010 Born Digital Wine Awards,…
The Stunning Views, Intestinal Flora And Strange Consultation Of South America’s Wine Lands
Contracting a vicious intestinal bug (the kind that requires antibiotics… the kind that makes taking Imodium akin to bringing a knife to a gun fight) isn’t usually taken as a positive omen when it comes to starting a new career. So it’s with mixed emotions of relief and ominous portent that tell you I faced…
1WineDudeTV Episode 22: Wine Blogger Welfare (or “What Doesn’t Work In Wine Blog Advertising”)
In the latest Going Pro series installment, I talk about what works (and doesn’t work!) for advertising on wine blogs. Why? Because YOU asked for it! I also engage in some very, very strange dancing behavior which I hope doesn’t offend anyone. (Sorry!). Have a safe & happy Turkey Day, people! Mentioned in this episode:…