evolved since the 14th century. Wines are best tasted together, in a “flight”. Tasting wines of the same vintage is horizontal, while tasting all the wines of one vineyard is vertical. Here are some simple tips to follow when tasting wine. 1. Temperature is important. Lower temperatures accentuate acidity and tannins while negating aromatics. Recommended temperatures extend from 41-50°F (5-10°C) for light-bodied, sweet dessert wines like to 59- 64°F (15-18°C) for full-bodied red wines like Cabernet Sauvignon. 2. The shape of the wine-glass can affect its appreciation....More

You will hear the whispers when you walk into the room. You’re just a pretender defender, someone who is overworked and understaffed. Make the deal, take the plea. Is this what you went to law school for? While some of your former classmates work on Wall Street, you labor in relative obscurity, defending the most wretched in our society. The bad part is you know they committed the crime. Why else would this person be here? Forget the crushing poverty most of your defendants were raised in, the rap sheet runs on endlessly. Why would anyone want to be a public defender?
-You are the last bastion for the constitutional...More

If you are planning an elegant baby shower, you will want to offer your guests some healthy and satisfying tidbits to snack on. Gourmet food doesn’t have to break the bank, or trap you in a hot kitchen for hours. Here are some simple, festive ideas to get you started on your shower plans.Quick and Easy Prosciutto and Melon Appetizer-- Thin prosciutto ham and a perfectly ripe melon are a match made in heaven. To prepare, take a fresh, ripe cantaloupe and cut in half lengthwise, removing all seeds. Cut each half into inch-wide wedges and remove rind. Wrap each wedge in a slice of prosciutto. Arrange on a decorative...More

The key to planning an event that everyone will remember is to use a clever theme and include it in every aspect of the event from the invitations through the dessert.The first step in planning a terrific event is to determine the theme. The occasion might lend itself to a particular theme, such as a sports banquet for a high school athletic program. In this case, you could focus on one particular sport, perhaps your football team won the state championship, or you could use several sports as the theme. Another idea is to use a sports television program as your theme. If your event does not have an obvious theme you...More

The key to staying healthy isn’t limited to a hearty helping of salad or fruit; part of the battle begins on the shelves of your refrigerator. Taking proper care of the place in which you store your food doesn’t just keep it looking nice. It also keeps away the bacteria and other unsettling particles. Thankfully, there is something that can be done.Start by removing everything from the shelves. This will create the room needed to do your cleaning. Taking a small cloth, soak it in warm, soapy water and rub the cloth on each of the shelves as best you can. If possible, remove any drawers and give them a...More