Chasing the Sun with Veuve Clicquot and Yinka Ilori in NYC

By Martha Cisneros Paja Last week, I found myself escaping the relentless hum of Manhattan to step into a vibrant, sun-drenched oasis that felt worlds away from the concrete jungle. On Thursday, June 18, 2026, The Garden at The Standard East Village transformed into a sanctuary of pure optimism and high style. As a sommelier, […] This post Chasing the Sun with Veuve Clicquot and Yinka Ilori in NYC was posted on WineDivaa .

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An Evening with Natalie Christensen of Yealands

The Unconventional Alchemy of Marlborough: An Evening with Natalie Christensen By Martha Cisneros Paja June always arrives in Manhattan with a specific kind of electricity, but this year, the energy was entirely unmatchable. On a balmy Wednesday evening, I found myself slipping away from the usual buzz and stepping into the private room at Smithereens […] This post An Evening with Natalie Christensen of Yealands was posted on WineDivaa .

Redefining the Table: A Conversation with Angelina Mondavi on Legacy, Chemistry, and the Millennial Palate

A Conversation with Angelina Mondavi on Legacy, Chemistry, and the Millennial Palate. By Martha Cisneros Paja In the beginning of June 2026, I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Angelina Mondavi in New York. Meeting her was an absolute masterclass in grit, precision, and purpose. I was naturally excited to meet her! She […] This post Redefining the Table: A Conversation with Angelina Mondavi on Legacy, Chemistry, and the Millennial Palate was posted on WineDivaa .

The Iconic Spanish Wines of Familia Fernández Rivera

A Historic Afternoon in Chelsea: Tasting the Iconic Spanish Wines of Familia Fernández Rivera, By Martha Cisneros Paja When it comes to the landscape of Spanish winemaking, few names carry the monumental weight of Familia Fernández Rivera. As a wine writer, nothing quite compares to tasting history side-by-side with the visionaries who bottle it. On […] This post The Iconic Spanish Wines of Familia Fernández Rivera was posted on WineDivaa .

Chasing the Sun with Veuve Clicquot and Yinka Ilori in NYC

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An Evening with Natalie Christensen of Yealands

Redefining the Table: A Conversation with Angelina Mondavi on Legacy, Chemistry, and the Millennial Palate

The Iconic Spanish Wines of Familia Fernández Rivera