Expertise
Wine, Cocktail Culture, Italian Cuisine
- Devin studied wine and culinary arts in Florence, Italy.
- She holds the coveted diploma certification through the Wine and Spirit Education Trust.
- She has her black belt in karate, which means she can saber a bottle of bubbly like a real ninja.
Experience
Devin Parr is a leading personality in the wine industry. She is the Founder and Managing Partner of Devin Parr & Associates, a consulting agency in the beverage, travel, and tourism space. She has more than 20 years of experience in content creation under her belt and was named one of Wine Enthusiast Magazine's Top 40 Under 40 Tastemakers. A passionate storyteller, Devin regularly contributes to wine and lifestyle publications as well as her own blog on DevinParr.com, where she covers the business of wine. She is also the co-founder and editor-in-chief of The Vintner Project and co-founder of the online wine community Grapeloop. When she's not traveling the world in search of memorable wines, she moonlights as an aspiring ninja. Devin lives in Temecula with her husband, her two sons (who are infuriatingly picky when it comes to food), and her two bossy Shih Tzus.
Education
Devin has a degree in political science and economics from UC San Diego, a certification in wine expertise from the Apicius International School of Culinary Arts, and her WSET Diploma.
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We tested the Bartesian cocktail maker, which allows you to create bartender-quality mixed drinks and mocktails at home with just the push of a button.
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If you're a fan of James Bond, you've definitely heard of the Vesper martini. But what makes this cocktail so special?
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Costco has a great selection of top-quality domestic and international wines. Take a look at the best red, white, and rosé wines Costco offers in stores.
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Have a brunch coming up that calls for 20 mimosas? We do the wine math so you know how many bottles of Champagne to buy to keep the drinks flowing.
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Your zodiac sign can tell a lot about you, including your summer cocktail order. Let the stars (and our experts) guide you during your next trip to the bar.
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While red wine blends are beloved by oenophiles, white wine blends deserve the love, too. These are some of the best white wine blends for any budget.
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Red blends are a dime a dozen, but we've selected some of the best on the market for your sipping pleasure - and to help you get the most bang for your buck.
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Okay, we've got an excellent list here featuring the best and worst bargain wines to buy at Costco. Our expert lines 'em up and gives you all the deets.
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When stocking your home bar, don't forget about an assortment of glassware! Different cocktail glasses are key to making your drinks taste and look great.
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Take your mac and cheese up a notch or two with these delectable ingredient additions, from crunchy breadcrumbs to spicy peppers - and so much more.
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Everyone knows how to make spaghetti, but it's time to take this ubiquitous pasta cut from good to absolutely stellar. These tips will help you.
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