http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/ en-us https://specials-images.forbesimg.comhttps://www.forbes.com/imageserve/64650615068a0d3796e63669/400x0.jpg?cropX1=181&cropX2=1096&cropY1=0&cropY2=914 http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/ Noel Burgess' stories. Copyright 2024 Forbes Media LLC http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/2024/05/13/pebble-beach-food-and-wine-found-its-roots-with-a-return-in-2024/ Pebble Beach Food & Wine returned April 4-7, 2024 to Monterey, CA after a 5-year hiatus. The premier food & wine festival diversified its lineup in more ways than one with key partnerships. Noel Burgess, Contributor Noel Burgess, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/ content_66422b696ca52f2c260c1041 Mon, 13 May 2024 16:52:14 -0400 2024-05-14T09:23:12-04:00 Pebble Beach Food & Wine returned April 4-7, 2024 to Monterey, CA after a 5-year hiatus. The premier food & wine festival diversified its lineup in more ways than one with key partnerships. Patrick Tregenza Spirits /spirits Lifestyle /lifestyle Spirits /spirits standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/2024/05/10/healdsburg-wine-and-food-experience-returns-for-its-3rd-year/ Healdsburg Wine & Food Experience (HWFE) is back for its 3rd year in the heart of Sonoma County. Noel Burgess, Contributor Noel Burgess, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/ content_663e380d0d434647c361a824 Fri, 10 May 2024 12:37:21 -0400 2024-05-10T13:14:31-04:00 Healdsburg Wine & Food Experience (HWFE) is back for its 3rd year in the heart of Sonoma County. Spirits /spirits Lifestyle /lifestyle Spirits /spirits Travel /travel standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/2024/04/26/vancouver-international-wine-festival-global-tasting-in-your-glass/ For 45 years no event encapsulates global unity through the art of winemaking quite like the Vancouver International Wine Festival. With 149 wineries from 12 countries being poured, guests will find worldwide beauty in each and every glass. Noel Burgess, Contributor Noel Burgess, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/ content_662b2a5d932195078e241a50 Fri, 26 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400 2024-05-02T09:27:31-04:00 For 45 years no event encapsulates global unity through the art of winemaking quite like the Vancouver International Wine Festival. With 149 wineries from 12 countries being poured, guests will find worldwide beauty in each and every glass. Marjo Wright Spirits /spirits Lifestyle /lifestyle Spirits /spirits Travel /travel standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/2024/04/25/horn-barbecue-finding-resilience-in-the-smoke-and-ashes/ Following a devastating fire the reopening of Horn Barbecue marks a significant milestone and the Horn family's continued commitment to the Oakland & Bay Area community. Noel Burgess, Contributor Noel Burgess, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/ content_6629da73dc5eee4da338ef82 Thu, 25 Apr 2024 11:00:00 -0400 2024-05-02T09:27:34-04:00 Following a devastating fire the reopening of Horn Barbecue marks a significant milestone and the Horn family's continued commitment to the Oakland & Bay Area community. Spirits /spirits Lifestyle /lifestyle Spirits /spirits Dining /dining standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/2024/04/22/chase-sapphires-dinner-on-the-court-a-slam-dunk-in-experience-innovation/ The Chase Sapphire event in partnership with The Infatuation symbolized the coming together of those with a discerning taste for premium experiences and a passion for the social nature of sports. Noel Burgess, Contributor Noel Burgess, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/ content_661f5c54354330213f678b9f Mon, 22 Apr 2024 11:00:00 -0400 2024-05-02T06:02:36-04:00 The Chase Sapphire event in partnership with The Infatuation symbolized the coming together of those with a discerning taste for premium experiences and a passion for the social nature of sports. Carly Hackbarth Spirits /spirits Lifestyle /lifestyle Spirits /spirits Dining /dining standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/2024/04/19/v-foundations-sonoma-epicurean-raised-34-million-for-cancer-research/ Sonoma Epicurean is not just any fundraiser; it's a testament to the collective power of humanity and the hope it holds for a future free from the clutches of this deadly disease. Noel Burgess, Contributor Noel Burgess, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/ content_661f5be25134243293d1df07 Fri, 19 Apr 2024 11:00:00 -0400 2024-05-02T05:50:56-04:00 Sonoma Epicurean is not just any fundraiser; it's a testament to the collective power of humanity and the hope it holds for a future free from the clutches of this deadly disease. Spirits /spirits Lifestyle /lifestyle Spirits /spirits ForbesLife /forbeslife standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/2024/04/17/sip-savor-stay-viceroy-los-cabos-in-san-jos-del-cabo-mexico/ This luxurious haven transcends the definition of a mere resort; it stands as a tribute to the opulence of Mexico. Learn more about the Culinary, Spirits, & Luxe Experiences. Noel Burgess, Contributor Noel Burgess, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/ content_661f4f1c8b1f1a3c93ca0cbb Wed, 17 Apr 2024 11:00:00 -0400 2024-04-17T11:00:00-04:00 This luxurious haven transcends the definition of a mere resort; it stands as a tribute to the opulence of Mexico. Learn more about the Culinary, Spirits, & Luxe Experiences. Viceroy Los Cabos Spirits /spirits Lifestyle /lifestyle Spirits /spirits Travel /travel standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/2024/04/03/symington-wine-champagne-is-for-celebration-port-is-for-relaxation/ Champagne may be for celebration, but Port is for the moments of relaxation. Learn more about Portugal's Symington Family Estates the largest producer of Port in the world. Noel Burgess, Contributor Noel Burgess, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/ content_6608a49b415deb7a75dc3583 Wed, 03 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400 2024-04-04T03:57:43-04:00 Champagne may be for celebration, but Port is for the moments of relaxation. Learn more about Portugal's Symington Family Estates the largest producer of Port in the world. Spirits /spirits Lifestyle /lifestyle Spirits /spirits ForbesLife /forbeslife standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/2024/04/01/kerrin-laz-inspires-napa-valley-with-her-fight-against-alzheimers/ 10 years ago Kerrin Laz learned her mother had early-onset Alzheimer’s. As a result Laz channeled her anguish into action with the founding of Inspire Napa Valley. Noel Burgess, Contributor Noel Burgess, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/ content_660a3ad1603ff550e1f73c40 Mon, 01 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0400 2024-04-02T18:49:04-04:00 10 years ago Kerrin Laz learned her mother had early-onset Alzheimer’s. As a result Laz channeled her anguish into action with the founding of Inspire Napa Valley. Bob McClenahan Spirits /spirits Lifestyle /lifestyle Spirits /spirits ForbesLife /forbeslife standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/2024/03/26/washington-dc-is-more-than-the-nations-capital-its-a-food-capital/ Look closer at your map. D.C. has two stars next to it. One because it's the nation's capital, the other is for the "food capital" the city has become. Noel Burgess, Contributor Noel Burgess, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/ content_66024d4fcc474a0c7a60ea1b Tue, 26 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0400 2024-03-28T14:36:02-04:00 Look closer at your map. D.C. has two stars next to it. One because it's the nation's capital, the other is for the "food capital" the city has become. Spirits /spirits Lifestyle /lifestyle Spirits /spirits Dining /dining standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/2024/03/01/black-history-always-derek-baljeu-is-tackling-the-wine-world/ In this installment of "Black History Always" we highlight Derek Baljeu from Knights Bridge Winery in the Napa Valley. Read how this Zilennial went from football at UC Davis to its famed Viticulture and Enology program. Noel Burgess, Contributor Noel Burgess, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/ content_65e00f03480ecd3da43fc9af Fri, 01 Mar 2024 10:46:56 -0500 2024-03-04T12:05:53-05:00 In this installment of "Black History Always" we highlight Derek Baljeu from Knights Bridge Winery in the Napa Valley. Read how this Zilennial went from football at UC Davis to its famed Viticulture and Enology program. Spirits /spirits Lifestyle /lifestyle Spirits /spirits Leadership /leadership ForbesBLK /blk-leadership standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/2024/02/29/black-history-always-chef-leilani-opens-vin-en-noir-in-downtown-napa/ In the next installment of the "Black History Always" series we feature Chef Leilani Baugh. Learn how she mixes her Black and Asian heritage to serve a broader community in the Bay Area. Noel Burgess, Contributor Noel Burgess, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/ content_65e0097e07c62a5869470d90 Thu, 29 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0500 2024-03-04T12:05:39-05:00 In the next installment of the "Black History Always" series we feature Chef Leilani Baugh. Learn how she mixes her Black and Asian heritage to serve a broader community in the Bay Area. Spirits /spirits Lifestyle /lifestyle Spirits /spirits ForbesLife /forbeslife Leadership /leadership ForbesBLK /blk-leadership standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/2024/02/28/black-history-always-ryan-williams--the-godfather-of-napa-valley/ In this new series called "Black History Always" I feature Certified Sommelier Ryan Williams of Hall Wines. Learn more about his journey and celebrate him year around. Noel Burgess, Contributor Noel Burgess, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/ content_65dea73f2f9b8271442d3bab Wed, 28 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0500 2024-03-01T11:52:25-05:00 In this new series called "Black History Always" I feature Certified Sommelier Ryan Williams of Hall Wines. Learn more about his journey and celebrate him year around. Ryan Williams Spirits /spirits Lifestyle /lifestyle Spirits /spirits ForbesLife /forbeslife Leadership /leadership ForbesBLK /blk-leadership standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/2024/02/12/napa-valley-winery-rudd-estate-and-bmw-team-up-for-a-palm-springs-road-rally/ Rudd Estate, known for its exceptional wines, has partnered with BMW to create an exclusive experience for wine lovers and car enthusiasts – The Rudd Road Rally in Palm Springs, CA. Noel Burgess, Contributor Noel Burgess, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/ content_65c7f49a3ac0d36caf41b108 Mon, 12 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0500 2024-02-19T02:13:49-05:00 Rudd Estate, known for its exceptional wines, has partnered with BMW to create an exclusive experience for wine lovers and car enthusiasts – The Rudd Road Rally in Palm Springs, CA. Rudd Estate Spirits /spirits Lifestyle /lifestyle Spirits /spirits ForbesLife /forbeslife standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/2024/02/05/australian-indigenous-chef-nornie-bero-of-mabu-mabu-is-still-an-island-girl-at-heart/ As the undisputed champion of Australian Indigenous cuisine, Chef Nornie Bero is still an “island girl at heart.” Learn more about growing up in the Torres Strait Islands, journey into culinary, and Mabu Mabu in Melbourne. Noel Burgess, Contributor Noel Burgess, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/ content_65c121f932047a3f507b6342 Mon, 05 Feb 2024 17:00:23 -0500 2024-02-27T17:57:04-05:00 As the undisputed champion of Australian Indigenous cuisine, Chef Nornie Bero is still an “island girl at heart.” Learn more about growing up in the Torres Strait Islands, journey into culinary, and Mabu Mabu in Melbourne. Spirits /spirits Lifestyle /lifestyle Spirits /spirits Business /business Food & Drink /food-drink standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/2024/02/05/valentines-day-gift-guide-2024-chardonnay-is-the-color-of-love/ The color of love can also appear as an amber glow of glass kissed by Chardonnay. This February 14th let’s cheers to love, in all its shades & colors with these wines. Noel Burgess, Contributor Noel Burgess, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/noelburgess/ content_65bf062432172d7f12cb3655 Mon, 05 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0500 2024-02-19T01:39:14-05:00 The color of love can also appear as an amber glow of glass kissed by Chardonnay. This February 14th let’s cheers to love, in all its shades & colors with these wines. Spirits /spirits Lifestyle /lifestyle Spirits /spirits ForbesLife /forbeslife standard