Binny's Blog

Rosé season has begun! With an ever-expanding selection of rosé wines to choose from, the difference between selections is not always clear. We’re here to discuss some of the more popular wine regions creating these rosy hued spring sippers.

Meat pies have been beloved across Ireland and the U.K. for centuries. Usually that means a hearty crust made with beef suet or lard but when it comes to Shepherd’s Pie, rich, creamy and tantalizingly browned mashed potatoes stand in for pastry. Underneath that buttery layer of mash is a savory mixture of ground meat and vegetables, bound together with a thick gravy, making for a hearty and filling dish for a late winter’s day. St. Patrick's Day, to be precise.

Since the region was first planted with Pinot Noir in the mid-1960s, the Willamette Valley has caught the attention of wine consumers around the world.

Two pies are always better than one. We submit as proof positive this mashup of two classic cream pies. We round it all out with plenty of chocolate to make the sum exponentially greater than its parts.