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Women-owned businesses have successfully paved the way to change lives and solve some of the world’s biggest challenges. An extraordinary example involves two of the most influential winemakers in the world, who are as passionate about sustainability as they are about wine. For the past decade, longtime friends and experienced wine industry executives, Barbara Banke and Peggy Furth, have sponsored research into discovering the highest and best use for wine grapes after they have been pressed for wine. The result? Barbara and Peggy have built a team that is capturing the vibrancy of whole wine grapes in an ingredient that will one day enhance many different products, and that has the potential to improve human health and perhaps even increase food security....

Are you planning or hosting a gathering for friends and family? One word will ensure your guests have an unforgettable time: dessert! Whether you’re hosting a simple at-home party or a more elaborate event like a wedding, a beautiful dessert table or a dessert board – sometimes called a “dessert charcuterie board” – is typically the first thing your guests will notice. Here are several party dessert table ideas for creating a sweet and delicious experience. Choose a Design and Theme For Your Dessert Display For maximum visual impact, choose a design or color scheme that reflects your personality or the event. Not sure how to select a specific design and theme? Here are a few ideas that might inspire...

If you follow the latest health news, you already know that almonds are a healthful choice for a snack. Dark chocolate has also been found to have health-boosting qualities due to its high levels of antioxidants, fiber, and other nutrients. Is it possible that chocolate covered almonds could be good for you, too? Why Are Dark Chocolate Almonds Considered a Healthy Snack? Almonds are a powerhouse of nutrition, packed with fiber, protein, healthy fats, and vitamins and minerals like Vitamin E, manganese, and magnesium. But the health benefits don’t end there--they are also a rich source of antioxidants that help to protect your body against oxidative stress which can have negative impacts on inflammation and aging. Almonds have even been...

If you love chocolate and the outdoors, then summertime means just one thing: s’mores! These ooey gooey treats can be just as delicious as you remember them from your childhood, especially if you upgrade the ingredients you use with decadent dark chocolate, gourmet marshmallows, and other creative toppings. How to Make S’Mores with Dark Chocolate Vine to Bar dark chocolate is the perfect choice for making s’mores. These premium dark chocolate bars are made with WellVine™ Coastal Chardonnay Marc, a superfood ingredient upcycled from the spent grapes of the winemaking process. Chardonnay Marc tempers the bitter notes in rich dark chocolate, so Vine to Bar chocolate brings complex flavors as well as a gentle sweetness to your s’mores.Here are a few...