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November 16, 2017
Kimberly
CCA Staff Gratitudes

Kimberly

I'm thankful for:  Friends

CCA Staff Gratitudes
November 1, 2017
Kimberly
Forged by Fire

In lieu of our normal monthly newsletter, given our home base in Northern California, we at Charles Communications Associates, representing wineries from our own backyard and around the world, dedicate this missive to those affected by the Northern California fires of October 2017

Forged by Fire
September 21, 2017
Friends
If You Can't Stand The Heat, Get Out of the ...

The Napa Valley has recently taken a lot of heat – both literally, due to the serious temperature spike that hit the valley earlier this month, as well as figuratively from those who think the aberrant fluctuation spelled doom for the entire region’s harvest.  The media has been eager to report this story, which we can all understand – what’s sexier than a potential climate change story about America’s most recognized wine region? Fortunately for the consumer, cooler heads prevail for those of us on the ground, and I wanted to share the perspective from someone who has been around the vineyard block.

If You Can't Stand The Heat, Get Out of the Cellar
May 9, 2017
Kimberly
10 Medium Intensity Questions With Faith ...

Meet Faith Armstrong, the winemaker behind Onward and Farmstrong wines. As refreshing as the Pétillant Naturel she makes of Malvasia Bianca, many of the words used to describe Faith's wine could be used to describe the winemaker herself. Honest, vibrant, unfiltered, true to her origins, bright, complex. 

10 Medium Intensity Questions With Faith Armstrong of Onward & Farmstrong wines
April 20, 2017
Hillary
Cooking with Cannabis

With that infamous hippie holiday around the corner, Charles Communications explores how Pot d'Huile has revolutionized the marijuana edibles market for both medicinal benefits and gastronomic delight.

Cooking with Cannabis
Friends
September 15, 2011
Social Responsibility, Charles Comm, Food

A Gastronome at the Food Bank

Friends
September 15, 2011
Social Responsibility, Charles Comm, Food
A Gastronome at the Food Bank

My colleague suggested our firm give back to the community in a way that is equally meaningful to us. We decided to volunteer at the San Francisco Food Bank.

Tagged: bay area, Eastern Park Apartments, San Francisco Food Bank, SFP, Supplemental Food Program, Tzuchi Foundation, volunteer

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Friends
August 31, 2011
Arts, Wine, Charles Comm

Keep Your Pants On!

Friends
August 31, 2011
Arts, Wine, Charles Comm
Keep Your Pants On!

Last night Wente Vineyards sponsored a Levi & Strauss event during which they previewed the fall collection and discussed how their vintage archives inspire their designs.

Tagged: fall, fashion, Levi & Strauss, Morning Fog Chardonnay, Wente Vineyards

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Friends
August 24, 2011
Charles Comm, Food

Street Food is the New ‘Fast Food’

Friends
August 24, 2011
Charles Comm, Food
Street Food is the New ‘Fast Food’

Street food is the latest trend in larger cities. The street vendors attract a more diverse crowd and are a great alternative during these harder economic times.

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Tagged: el toyanense, Food Festival, la mar cebicheria, osha thai restaurant, San Francisco, street food

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Friends
August 18, 2011
Spirits, Food

Saké Sips and Bold Bites

Friends
August 18, 2011
Spirits, Food
Saké Sips and Bold Bites

Have you tried pairing premium saké with non-Japanese/Asian fusion dishes before? Here are some of our favorites!

Source: http://alltheswirl.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/IMG_6542.jpg

Tagged: curried beef cheeks, enchiladas, fois gras, Japan, Momokawa, pairings, sake, SakeOne

Friends
August 10, 2011
Travel, Charles Comm, Food

Stopping to Smell the Barolo

Friends
August 10, 2011
Travel, Charles Comm, Food
Stopping to Smell the Barolo

How a breathtaking trip to Piemonte, Italy made me take a moment to appreciate the simple pleasures in life and temporarily remove myself from the world of technology.

Source: http://alltheswirl.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Picture-5.png

Tagged: barolo, Beni di Batasiolo, Dogliani, il boscareto, Italy, Piemonte, serralunga d'alba

Friends
August 4, 2011
Spirits, Charles Comm, Food

Izakayas: The New Dining Trend in the Bay Area

Friends
August 4, 2011
Spirits, Charles Comm, Food
Izakayas: The New Dining Trend in the Bay Area

Izakayas are the city's new happening eating and drinking establishments. Nojo is one of the many exceptional restaurants in San Francisco that offers a relaxing atmosphere with incredible Japanese dishes and drinks.

Tagged: Chotto, Greg Dunmore, Izakaya, Japan, Ki Sushi, Nojo, O Izakaya Lounge, Oyaji, sake, San Francisco, Sozai, yakitori

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