Bars & Clubs - July 16, 2009
Uncorked: A conversation with Gaia Gaja
Many people have referred to Angelo Gaja, current owner of Gaja Vineyards, as the King of Piedmont. His eldest daughter, Gaia, is most definitely worthy of the hyperbolized title of Princess. She carries on the family name and tradition with pride and passion, while holding "court" with the perfectly blended air of confidence and grace. During a recent visit to town, she spoke to OnMilwaukee.com wine expert Nathaniel Bauer.
Tags: gaja wine, piedmont, gaia gaja, barbaresco, nebbiolo

Bars & Clubs - July 9, 2009
Uncorked: Exploring the Magical Kingdom of Gaja
After five generations, this famed Italian producer has captured the hearts, souls and palates of anyone fortunate enough to experience their amazing wines. Be a part of the magic this week in the first installment of a two-part series on the family history and the wines of Gaja.
Tags: gaja, piedmont, Gaia Gaja, uncorked, nathaniel bauer, barbaresco

Dining - Nov. 20, 2008
Tosa turns to Piemonte this autumn
Earlier in the week I told you about the Piemonte regional dinner at Il Mito Enoteca and now it's also time for Bartolotta's annual white truffle extravaganza, too. It seems "my region" is bursting out all over Milwaukee ... or at least all over Wauwatosa!
Tags: Piedmont, truffles, john wise, ristorante bartolotta

Travel & Visitors Guide - Nov. 19, 2007
Conference unites like-minded people
For two short days we were all home together, in the land of our ancestors and our contemporary cousins, and we showed the Piemontesi in Piemonte that although we've moved away, we haven't forgotten our history.
Tags: piemonte, piedmont, alessandria, turin, asti, torino, vercelli, alba, cuneo, biella, verbania, novara, terza conferenza internazionale dei piemontesi nel mondo, reis monfrin-e, monferrini, monferrato

Arts & Entertainment - Sept. 5, 2007
Doria shares a love for his land in black and white photos
Italian photographer Guido Doria wants to take you on a scenic walk through the woods, over hills, passing streams and rice paddy fields.
Tags: guido doria, bartolotta, bacchus, monferrato, piemonte, piedmont, italy, ansel adams, mangianti, monferrini