Natural Wine Explained, According to a Sommelier

In recent years, the world of natural wines has taken the wine industry by storm. You might have encountered the term "natural wine" on a trendy restaurant's wine list or while scrolling through your favorite sommelier's Instagram. But what exactly is natural wine, and how does it differ from other types of wine, like organic or biodynamic wines?

The 5 Best Virtual Wine Tastings For Team Building

Online wine tasting events with The Lush Life are the perfect way to treat your corporate groups to a lively, interactive, and delicious hour with a professional sommelier! Learn more about our Top 5 Virtual Wine Tasting Experiences.

The Best Sauvignon Blanc Pairings, According To a Winemaker

Sauvignon Blanc is the white wine of the moment right now. Learn how to pair it like a pro with these zippy, zesty, and delicious serving ideas from Geyser Peak winemaker, Jessica Saghafi!

Everything You Need To Host a Fabulous Kentucky Derby Party

Here’s everything you need to host your own next-level Derby party: food recipes, wine and cocktail pairings, fashion and decor inspiration, even a fun bluegrass music playlist to make the vibes immaculate. So grab your bowties and fascinators, because we're off to the races!

Moscato vs. Riesling vs. Gewurztraminer: What's the Difference?

You may have heard about Moscato from your favorite hip-hop stars or sipped a sweet Riesling or Gewurztraminer at a local wine tasting. These three white wine grapes have some similarities– but many differences too, so let’s dive into it and find the right one for you!

How Rosé Wine is Made (and the 17 Best Bottles to Try)

Rosé wine is one of the most popular categories of wine out there— and one of the most diverse and complex! Slay the rosé-all-day lifestyle and learn the three main production methods, plus serving tips, food pairings, and sommelier recommendations for the best bottles to try.

3 Reasons Not to Fear Screw Cap Wines

If you’ve ever wondered if screw cap wines should be avoided in favor of bottles with corks, we’re answering this question once and for all, from the perspective of a sommelier! Learn why certain wines use screw caps (hint: it’s not what you think!), and other reason not to fear screw cap wines.

Here's What Causes a Wine Headache (and 4 Ways You Can Prevent it)

If you get a wine headache after enjoy a glass (or two), here’s what you need to know about the causes (spoiler alert— some wines are more prone to causing headaches than others!), and also what you can do to prevent it. Let’s dispel some myths while we’re at it, shall we?

It's Easy Being Cheesy With These Simple Fondue Party Ideas

Invite the whole gang over for an 'Apres-Ski' themed Fondue Night! It's fun, it's retro, it's wintery, and there are so many wonderful food and drink options to play with. Here are some of our favorite fondue party ideas!

5 Aphrodisiac Foods and Wines for a Sexy Date Night

Treat your sweetheart to a romantic date night this weekend. We've got the best food and wine pairings to get you in the mood (and some ideas on how to make it extra special!).

The Best Wine with a Charcuterie Board

We love a wine charcuterie night! Check out our charcuterie board tips, how to make a charcuterie board in 7 steps, and the best wines to pair.

How to Throw A Very Bubbly Galentine’s Day Party

Celebrating the women in your life has never been more important. Why not throw a festive Galentine’s Day Party for your best ladies? Check out our guide, including the best sparkling wines and appetizer recipes to pair.

How To Tell If Your Wine Is Bad

Sometimes a wine tastes a little ‘off’. How do you know if it’s actually bad (aka, flawed or faulty), OR if it’s just a style of winemaking that’s meant to taste unusual? Our guide will teach you how to recognize the top 6 indicators that your wine has gone bad.

The Best Wines For Your Favorite Takeout

For those nights when you’d rather open your favorite food delivery app than your kitchen cabinets, you still want to know the best wines to pair! Make your night on the couch even more cozy with our top wine picks for your favorite takeout orders.

4 Unexpected Ways to Pair Sauternes Like a Pro

Sauternes is one of the best bets if you're looking for the perfect pairing of food and wine. And, if you’ve only had Sauternes for dessert, here’s how to pair it with some favorite savory dishes!

5 Things You Need to Get Started with Wine Tasting

Wine tasting is a lot like any other skill: the more you do it, the better you get at it. We've all been there—that first sip of wine where it tastes like… well, wine. But how can you improve your tasting skills? You don't need a lot of fancy equipment or expensive gadgets. With these 5 essential tools and a little bit of practice, you can become a master of your own palate.

How to Pair Wine and Cheese: 3 Expert Strategies You Need to Know

Wine and Cheese: classic like Bogey and Bacall, peanut butter and jelly, Barack and Michelle. There is a wrong way to do it, but follow these 3 fail-safe tips to get it right every time!

How to Store Wine the Right Way

Your home may not have an Architectural Digest-worthy wine cellar, but that doesn't mean you're off the hook for properly taking care of your bottles! It's easy if you follow our wine storage tips.

7 Expert Tips: How to Give Wine As a Hostess Gift

Ask anyone who regularly entertains what her most frequently received hostess gift is, and you’ll hear the common answer: a bottle of wine, of course! But how do you know which wine to bring? These 7 tips from a sommelier will set you apart as a thoughtful, creative guest so you’ll always be invited back.

How To Pick Your Perfect Sparkling Wine

Hit the bubbles aisle with total confidence! This essential guide to shopping for sparkling wine takes all the pain out of choosing Champagne (and Cava, Cremant, and Prosecco, too!)

3 Invaluable Tips for Wine Gifts, From a Sommelier

Picking out wine gifts for the oenophiles on your list doesn’t have to be intimidating! Simply follow these dos and don’ts from an experienced professional sommelier.

5 Easy, Boozy Hostess Gift Ideas

If you're lucky enough to be hosted this holiday season, don't just bring the same old tired bottle of Prosecco or boring bouquet. Our boozy hostess gifts are much more fun!

10 Easy and Festive Thanksgiving Cocktails You Need to Try

For some, Thanksgiving is all about turkey and football. For us, it's about bringing people we love together around the same table.... with some fabulous cocktails to kick it off! Check out these easy, delicious cocktails full of the flavors of fall.

How to Throw the Rosé Party of Your Dreams

What better way to celebrate Rosé Season in all its glory, than to throw a party dedicated to everyone’s favorite pink adult beverage? We have everything you need: wine suggestions, food pairing ideas, and even a party playlist. Get inspired with our guide and throw your own rosé soirée!

How to Pair Wine Like a Sommelier

If your general approach to pairing is: white wine with fish, red wine with meat, and beyond that, you just pick something and hope for the best... it’s time to learn some actual wine pairing strategies! It’s easier than you think. Today we’re sharing our #1 strategy to nail your pairing every time.

3 Fantastic Albariño Wine Pairings You Need to Try

Learn how to throw your very own ‘Festa do Albariño’, with incredible Galician food recipes and Rias Baixas Albariño wine pairings!

Make These Simple And Vibrant Vinho Verde Pairings

Get to know Vinho Verde, an up-and-coming Portuguese wine region becoming famous for their bright, refreshing white wines! We also have two simple, flavorful, and healthy recipes to pair: Kale and Sweet Potato Tacos, and Tomato-Poached Fish with Chile Oil and Herbs.

How To Make Buying Wine Online Ridiculously Easy

Buying wine online is more convenient than ever… but the endless options can be intimidating if you’re not sure what you’re looking for. But I found a secret weapon to make buying wine online less confusing and more fun, read on to uplevel your online wine buying game!

Curious About Canned Wine? Here Are The 6 Best Sommelier-Approved Brands

Want to give wine in a can a try, but not sure where to start? Look no further: this article covers why the trend is white-hot right now, the best tips for enjoying wine in a can, the advantages of cans… and we reveal the best brands of the bunch from the dozens sampled at The Lush Life HQ!

What You Need to Set Up A Complete Home Bar

So your bar cart is looking a little sparse, and you want to fill it out— but if you’re not a spirits expert, knowing what bottles to collect can be daunting. This guide will walk you through everything you need to set up a properly stocked home bar.

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