With temperatures creeping toward the 100-degree mark, how does a beer shake sound? Check Please! Host and Master Sommelier Alpana Singh tells us about a trending summer drink.

Alpana’s Picks for Starter Wines for New Wine Drinkers

Concerned about how much sugar is in your diet? Check Please! host and Master Sommelier Alpana Singh breaks down which wines to avoid.

Alpana's Recommendations for wines that can be enjoyed without food:

Can you hear the bells ringing? Wedding season is upon us. So raise your glass! "Check Please" Host and Master Sommelier Alpana Singh is here with advice for wedding gifting and toasting.

Wedding Wine and Gift Registries

Do you know what "Circus Peanuts" are? Apparently Alpana Singh and Phil Ponce didn't the last time Alpana was here. We attempt to correct a past misunderstanding in tonight's edition of Ask Alpana.

"Circus Peanut" tasting Liquors

T-minus six days until the most romantic day of the year. Are you ready? If not, don't start stressing just yet. "Check Please" Host and Master Sommelier Alpana Singh is here with Valentine's Day wine and beer picks.

Tired of feeling foolish when trying to describe your favorite wine? No more! Master sommelier and Check, Please! host Alpana Singh joins us with some simple tips for articulating what you're tasting.

Inexpensive Wine Recommendation:

Hot Toddy Recipe:

What does it mean when wine has legs? (No, it doesn't mean it's planning to run away.) Check, Please! host and Master Sommelier Alpana Singh has the real answer in tonight's edition of Ask Alpana.

General Wine and Cheese Pairing Tips:

The season for eggnog is upon us. What is the best spirit to spike your wintertime "nog"? Alpana Singh has the answer in tonight's edition of Ask Alpana.

Recommendations for wines to enjoy with Belgian chocolate:

The countdown to Turkey Day is on. Whether you're preparing a feast or a more modest dinner, don't forget to consider the drinks. Check, Please! Host and Master Sommelier Alpana Singh is here with Thanksgiving dinner-drink pairing tips.

Recommendations for Thanksgiving Dinner:

What does it mean if your wine has legs? (No, it doesn't mean it's going to run away.) Check, Please! host and Master Sommelier Alpana Singh has the real answer in tonight's edition of Ask Alpana.

General Wine and Cheese Pairing Tips:

Just in time for Halloween, Check Please! host and Master Sommelier Alpana Singh tells us which wines to pair with our favorite sugary treats.

Rieslings:

This year marks the 200th anniversary of Oktoberfest! What makes a good Oktoberfest beer, and which ones should we choose for this celebration? Check, Please! host and master sommelier Alpana Singh shares some of her favorites.

Alternatives to Kozel Dark Beer:

You've opened a bottle of red wine but haven't finished it. Should you stick it in the refrigerator? Check, Please! host and Master Sommelier Alpana Singh is here with that answer and more in tonight's edition of Ask Alpana.

Local Winery’s that Produce Seyval Blancs:

Fall is in the air! Check, Please! host and Master Sommelier Alpana Singh is here with some fall beer recommendations perfect for getting cozy with friends.

How does a master sommelier cure a hangover? Alpana Singh reveals her favorite tricks on tonight's edition of Ask Alpana.

Check, Please! host and master sommelier Alpana Singh introduces us to some favorite wine websites you should be visiting.

Alpana Singh's Favorite Wine Websites: