Truffles Newsletter
Ask Marisa: What do you think is the best way to learn about wine?
Marisa Sergi, Chief Growth Officer, L’uva Bella Winery, was recently selected by FORBES for its prestigious annual “30 Under 30 Awards” recognition. Question: My knowledge of wine is rather limited, but I’d like to learn more as we head into the height of the holiday season. What do you think is the best way to learn about wine? Chuck N, Lakewood The best way to learn about wine is to start slow and build your base knowledge of reds, whites and roses through understanding the following: How to describe a wine - i.e., tastings notes basics of wine tasting /...
Behind the Counter with Laura, Administrative Associate
Behind the Counter with Laura, Administrative Associate Truffles: How did you happen to come to Sweet Designs? Laura: When my husband had cancer and wasn’t able to work anymore, we were struggling a little bit money-wise, and I was looking around for some extra part-time work. A co-worker at my company said she thought Ines was hiring, so I came over and interviewed. Truffles: Tell us more about how your day job and how it compares with your second job at Sweet Designs? Laura: My day job is at Hanson, which is a business that provides care for elderly people. ...
Behind the Counter with Avery and Lubna, Kitchen Associates
Truffles: Tell us a bit about yourselves and how you happened to come to Sweet Designs. Lubna: I’m Lubna and I was introduced to Ines and Sweet Designs by my mother who also works here. ’m just starting high school, and I’m really, really excited about it. One of my favorite classes this year was College Career Readiness. It made us learn more about ourselves and what might suit us. I really like to help people so I’m thinking about nursing. Avery: My dad actually has known Ines for 7 years. He works at UPS and has helped her with...
Free Easter Coloring Pages
We made free, printable coloring pages for the little ones! Click each image to access the PDF coloring sheet. Download for free & color away! Show us your artwork when you visit to receive a free treat! If you enjoyed these free coloring pages, please consider sharing with a friend.
Have a question about wine? “Ask Marisa”
Why Decant? Question: Marisa, I’m embarrassed to say I don’t really understand why people do this. Can you enlighten me? Thanks, Bob S., Seven Hills Marisa: The excitement felt when uncorking a red wine that’s been on the shelf for a long time, years - perhaps decades - is incredibly exciting if you're an enophile like myself! Having a wine that is perfectly stored and aged to bring out the best of the liquid is quite the treat. Once the cork is removed, the long-awaited moment has finally arrived - time to taste. Or is it? Many like to decant their red wines to let it "breathe" prior...