Times are changing, and K&L is changing (a little) too. We still bring you the best booze the world has to offer, but now you can order some of the best chocolate as well! We’re now the proud purveyor of Lonohana Estate Chocolate from Hawaii. And it’s not just any chocolate: it’s creamy, complex, delicious—and, for all us wine lovers, there’s a real sense of terroir expressed in each bar.
Read MoreIn these uncertain times, we want to take every precaution necessary to protect the safety of our community. Though we will temporarily be closing our retail locations, we are still available for local delivery and shipping. Take care of yourselves, friends. We’ll see you soon.
Read MoreWelcome to Part 2 of the K&L story, where we delve into the decisions that kept the K&L boat afloat all these years, and that have made it the unique, multi-faceted enterprise that it is today.
Read MoreWhat’s the trick for long-lasting friendship? If you are Clyde Beffa and Todd Zucker, owners of K&L, the trick seems to be going into business together. Todd and Clyde met in 1947 when they lived across the street from one another in San Mateo. Legend has it that some sand was flung at their first meeting (they were two), but they nonetheless became thick as thieves. And, after 42 years in business together, they still are.
Read MoreThanks for your interest in our fundraising efforts for victims of the fires in both Northern and Southern California. Due to the overwhelming response generated by this campaign, it’s taking us a little longer than expected to finish up the organizational details. We expect to contact everybody involved shortly. We appreciate your patience, and we appreciate your support of the charitable organizations assisting the fire victims.
Read MoreAfter several months of anticipation, our new Club Français has finally launched and the bottles are being shipped out today!
Read MoreA much overlooked region, the Finger Lakes are rich in history and are producing wines that are better than ever. Our colleague Muriel Sarik recently took a trip to the region and found that while Riesling rules, there is wonderful depth that wine lovers of varying palates will adore. Join her for a tour of some of the top wineries, some beautiful scenery, and a few unexpected discoveries. As she says, “they will make the best wine they possibly can.”
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