October 12, 2015

A samplings of Bulgarian wines. (Photo: Mark Heckathorn/DC on Heels)

Thinking of Drinking

Bulgaria Seeks Spot on DMV Wine Lists Bulgaria is a Balkan nation with diverse terrain encompassing the Black Sea coastline, rivers including the Danube and a mountainous interior. The country has a long history of grape growing and wine production, dating back to the times of
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Mistress of Beauty

The Beauty Secrets of Mme. du Barry One of the great beauties of her time, the notorious Comtesse du Barry led a scandalous life that culminated with her becoming maƮtresse-en-titre to the aging Louis IV in the French court. Born on the wrong side of the blanket to a seamstress
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