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There have been debates about the cost of healthy living in America for years. But, what’s the reality? The sad...

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Weekends at wineries can make for fun, memorable trips. Not only do you get to tour a new area,...

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The New York World Wine & Spirits Competition is now accepting entries for 2019. In its nine-year history, The New...

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