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Maria Hunt at Patio Perfume in Granada Spain

Hi, I’m Maria, the Bubbly Girl!

Do you love discovering cool places to travel, delightful people and recipes for good food + drinks from around the world? Then come along with me!

Maria Hunt with supermodel Christie Brinkley at WineaPAWlooza benefit in Napa Valley

About Me

Maria Hunt

aka The Bubbly Girl

Being a Bubbly Girl (or boy) is all about approaching life with curiosity and joy. I’m a storyteller and author, traveler, cook, wine lover and all around bonne vivante. Join me to discover hidden pleasures, delightful experiences, cool people and ideas for adding sparkle to your life.

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Make My Bittersweet Naughty Negroni

Anyone who loves classic cocktails or things Italian knows the Negroni. It’s a bracing and bittersweet cocktail that stars Campari, sweet vermouth and…

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Maria’s Recent Articles

Ann Noble’s wine aroma wheel

Identifying what we smell in wine is challenging. So I was always curious about how Ann Noble PhD created the Wine Aroma Wheel. Here’s what she told me…

Wine Enthusiast

Chef Crystal Wahpepah of Wahpepah’s Kitchen in Oakland

In Native American tradition, food is medicine. Oakland’s Chef Crystal Wahpepah cooks with heart and is bringing her nourishing and joyful cuisine to a whole new audience.

The Guardian

Lail Georgia luxury sauvignon blanc

From my first taste of Lail’s Georgia, I was intrigued by these luxe white wines from Napa Valley going for $150 and more. What sets them apart? Here’s what I found…

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It’s always better with bubbly!

The Bubbly Bar is a must for anyone who loves champagne, cocktails + entertaining.

“A swank drink from the classic cocktail era, the champagne cocktail is re-imagined with fresh ingredients and no longer saved for special occasions – bubbly is the occasion.“