Katarina Jelks

Katarina Jelks is a professionally trained sommelier from Hawaii. She received her Wine & Management Diploma from Le Cordon Bleu in Paris. Her experience working across the wine industry, in locations all around the world (France, Australia, New Zealand, the US & more), has resulted in a global perspective. She loves sharing her passion with others and helping them to chase their thirst for interesting wine and great food.

Wine Pairing Recommendations for Eggplant Parmesan

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If there’s one thing Italy is most loved for, it’s the food. Italians pour their heart and soul into their cuisine. Carefully selected ingredients create one delicious masterpiece after another, and Eggplant Parmesan (Parmigiana Di Melanzine) is an everlasting example of this. Layers of perfectly fried eggplant, stretchy mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese baked together in … Read more

What to Bring to a Winery Picnic: Tips and Hacks

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With summer just around the corner, it’s time to start preparing for some serious wine time with your closest friends. In my mind, winery picnics for adults are equivalent to Disneyland trips for kids. Time gets lost on carefree hours of pure bliss—and  sometimes you even meet some funny characters. Below are some absolutely essential … Read more

Which Wines are Similar to Merlot?

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Bursting with notes of red and black fruits and carrying round, smooth tannins, Merlot is an exquisite wine to say the least. It has the ability to appeal to almost all red wine drinkers (a safe choice to bring to a party). As for white wine drinkers, Merlot is a great choice if you’re looking … Read more

How to Properly Serve and Store Cabernet Sauvignon

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Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the most famous wines in the world, for many reasons. From the rolling Napa Valley hills to the riverside banks of Bordeaux, Cabernet Sauvignon has the impressive capability to adapt to many different terroirs. Terroir: the complete natural environment in which wine is produced. Environmental factors include soil, topography, and … Read more

5 Other Uses for Wine Racks in Your Kitchen

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We all know that wine racks are a go-to when it comes to storing wine, but what if I told you that there are several other uses for wine racks in the kitchen? For starters, wine racks can be used for storing other beverages besides wine. Beyond that, their innate charm lends to many other … Read more