Martha Cisneros Paja

By Martha Cisneros Paja In Monterrey, the air is thick with the scent of mesquite smoke and the heavy humidity of a valley cradled by the Sierra Madre.This is the industrial heart of the north, a city of strong people just as the steel they produce. There, the mountains are so close they feel like giant guardians leaning over your shoulder. You will see the Cerro de La Silla almost from everywhere.

By Martha Cisneros Paja The world of wine is at its best when we strip away the rigid tasting grids and replace them with shared stories and full glasses. As a wine writer who frequently tastes side-by-side with producers, I find the most compelling stories emerge when we examine the human element behind the bottle. Recently, I stepped into an intimate gathering in Manhattan that perfectly captured this spirit. It embodied a beautiful philosophy known as Beaujonomie.

By Martha Cisneros Paja If you love Spanish wine culture, you’ve undoubtedly ordered a pitcher of Sangria during a sunny patio session. But if you want to drink like a true local, there is another, much more refreshing classic that deserves a spot in your glass: Tinto de Verano. During my time living in Spain, I quickly learned that while tourists flock to Sangria, locals opt for this crisp, effervescent alternative.