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The Art of Wine and Soup Pairings

A Petite Wine Traveler Guide to Late Fall Comfort, with Jamie Knee As late autumn settles in and kitchens fill with soft warmth, cozy dishes find new elegance through thoughtful wine pairing. Luxury wine travel writer Jamie Knee, The Petite Wine Traveler, invites you to explore a refined collection of wine and soup pairings that […]

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Petite Wine Traveler Explores PBS Travel and Wine Series by Jamie Knee

Petite Wine Traveler Explores is a slow and sensory exploration of the landscapes, people, and craftsmanship of California’s Central Coast! Created and hosted by Jamie Knee, produced with Bounce Em, an Emmy-winning team. Petite Wine Traveler Explores PBS Travel & Wine Series is a cinematic journey into the soul of California’s Central Coast — its

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Luxury Summer Entertaining

Wine, Tablescape Inspiration, and Mediterranean Style with Jamie Knee I live in Santa Barbara, California, where long golden evenings invite a slower way of living, where glasses clink beneath the palms, and the Pacific breeze drifts past candlelit tables. Instead of jet-setting across Europe this week, I’m celebrating something equally indulgent: the art of luxury

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Bordeaux Uncorked: A Luxury Wine Traveler’s Guide to France’s Iconic Wine Region

Explore Bordeaux through the lens of a luxury wine traveler, where grand châteaux, historic cellars and Michelin-worthy dining reveal France’s most iconic wine region. From Left Bank legends to Right Bank elegance, discover world-class Cabernet, velvety Merlot, and immersive tasting experiences among vineyards that define the art of French wine.

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San Ysidro Ranch Easter Brunch: A Pastel-Perfect Spring Celebration in Montecito

Celebrate Easter at San Ysidro Ranch, where pastel florals, gourmet cuisine and storybook gardens transform springtime into a luxurious holiday experience. From house-baked pastries and sparkling mimosas to lobster Benedict, artisan desserts and charming lawn festivities, this Montecito treasure hosts a brunch as magical as the season itself.

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Ospi Montecito Brings Italian Elegance to the American Riviera

Discover Ospi Montecito, a stylish California-Italian restaurant where house-made pasta, thin-crust pizza and Southern Italian wines meet coastal sophistication. From crispy provolone with Calabrian chili honey to perfectly executed rigatoni alla vodka, this new dining destination brings bold flavor and refined ease to the heart of the American Riviera.

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Where to Drink in Montecito: Best Wine Bars & Cocktails with Jamie Knee| Petite Wine Traveler

BY JAMIE KNEE   |   AUGUST 20, 2024 Sip and Savor: Summer Delights in Montecito Montecito is a coastal escape where cocktails, wine, and casual elegance meet. As a Montecito/ Santa Barbara–based luxury wine travel writer, I love highlighting the places that make our community shine, from seasonal celebrations like the San Ysidro Ranch Easter

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