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Best Fuels for BBQ and Grilling

Flames cook our food, but it’s the fuel that brings the most flavor. In this article, I explore the best fuels for BBQ and grilling—from both natural… Continue Reading

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Unique Grilling Ideas: Veggies, Fruit and Other Surprises

What is it about grilling that makes food taste so good? Is it the unique magic that smoke imparts? The fun of communal cooking with friends and… Continue Reading

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Best Wineries with a View Near Healdsburg

Winemakers preach about the glories of pairing wine with food, but can we agree that pairing wine with a view is equally essential for an epic wine… Continue Reading

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Get Fired Up: Best Cooking Classes in Healdsburg, Sonoma and Napa

Many wine travelers looking for things to do in Sonoma County seek out the best wineries, wine tours, restaurants and outdoor activities. If you’re a food lover,… Continue Reading

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Chardonnay Friendly Marinade and Rub Recipes

It’s my favorite time of year for firing up the grill at Jordan (and at home). The longer days and warmer temperatures in Sonoma County often call… Continue Reading

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Red Wine-Friendly Marinades and Dry Rubs

When seeking to take your steak to the next level, there are plenty of tricks that will get you there. But it’s a different talent to flawlessly… Continue Reading

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Five Types of Grills and Smokers: Chef’s Choices

The invention of the backyard grill paved the way for a fascinating evolution of live-fire cooking tools since the midcentury. We use many types of grills and… Continue Reading

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Wine Pairing with BBQ and Grilled Foods

Grilling has the amazing ability to bring food and wine closer together. Along with transforming simple ingredients through char, smoke and caramelization, the cooking method also impacts… Continue Reading

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Natural Table Decorations for Outdoor Summer Dinners

Creating a centerpiece is about much more than arranging an assortment of flowers or natural table decorations on the dining table. Instead, I draw inspiration for tablescapes… Continue Reading

Jordan Winery Hangar Steak with Asparagus Salad on plate

Meals That Go with Red Wine: Steak & Cabernet Sauvignon

We all know the adage “red wine with red meat.” There’s nothing quite as decadent, or easily paired, as a succulent steak with a glass of your… Continue Reading