Did you know Juneteenth originated in Texas? An announcement of emancipation on June 19, 1865, spurred over 150 years of celebrations—and counting! The culinary history of the occasion is rich and vibrant, often consisting of red-hued fare like Red Drink and spicy red hot links. Read on to learn more. Plus, don’t miss this week’s unique wine find: a vanilla-tinged, oaky Zinfandel that you’ll be thinking about for days after the first sip.
Have a joyous weekend!
Tanji
