Ethically Delicious Steak
DION Staff Reports It’s almost second nature to think about red meat when you have a hankering for red wine or vice versa. From juicy burgers to steakhouse dinners, it’s like a symbol of indulgence and a culinary tradition to pair those two together. The two just work, like peanut butter and jel
Light Green is the New Black in Fashion
by Charles D. Springfield For many of us, having hand-me downs or shopping in second-hand stores was much more of a necessity than a desire to prove a point or make a personal/fashion statement. It was basically engrained in many of our lives whether we liked it or not. As a youngster it definitely
Becoming a B-Lister
Gunning for the B-List: Setting a New Standard for Purpose-Driven Wineries Staff Reports Wine lovers are seeking more than just great flavor in today’s conscious consumer landscape. They are craving more clarity on the label. They want transparency. They’re looking for ethical, environmentally f
Bringing wine down to Earth
The Wine Industry Complicated Chemical Romance Staff Reports Viticulture is without a doubt a labor of love. Outside of the powerful presence of climate and the intimate influence of terroir on the vineyards, there is a strong connection to the place and the people cultivating the grapes that has be
What’s Really in Your Wine?
Staff Reports Luxuriating with a nice glass of wine at any time of the day is one of the life’s simple pleasures. But what’s actually in that glass is not so simple — especially these days. The reality is that consuming wine is much more complex than just enjoying fermented grape juice.
Letter from the Editor: April 2025
By Charles D. Springfield “Power to the people!” That has been the theme and a primary phrases shouted in protest by millions of people across the world. Protest, resistance and pushback are spiritually inherent to our human nature. We instinctively know when something is off. Once we come t
For Tiffany Williams-Jenkins, hope is always on the menu
The wife, mother, chef, and caterer wants to help other small businesses thrive in the hospitality industry By Chasity Cooper As a teenager, Tiffany Williams-Jenkins embraced the arts–textile designs, making jewelry, decorating cakes–but she never envisioned herself doing it as a career. At the
Tarrie Alexis of @thepourtv: Where Style Meets Substance
Tarrie Alexis, the magnetic host of @thepourtv on Instagram, is redefining what it means to be a tastemaker. Known for his impeccable style, sharp eye for beauty, and effortless flair, Tarrie blends fashion, culture, and community into everything he does. His platform doesn’t just showcase what’
A Nation Divided: The 2024 Election, Civil Rights Rollbacks and a Chilling Inauguration
by DION Staff Reports The 2024 U.S. presidential election underscored deepening political divisions, culminating in Donald Trump’s return to the White House after defeating Vice President Kamala Harris. Trump’s victory, secured with 312 electoral votes and a narrow popular vote margin