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Chardonnay Characteristics: Pairing Cheese and Food with Different Styles
Out of the many thousands of grape varieties grown on the planet, chardonnay is the champion chameleon. Depending on Mother Nature, the winemaker’s whims and the place… Continue Reading
Food Pairing for Cabernet Lovers: What Spices Go Well With Red Wine
Cabernet sauvignon was made for food. Layered and complex, it pairs seamlessly with dozens of dishes, from steak au poivre to herb-crusted lamb. Along with the classics,… Continue Reading
Chardonnay’s Best: Wine and Appetizer Pairings Guide
What is America’s favorite white wine? By far, chardonnay tops the list. And what’s not to like? So versatile, it comes in many different styles, from rich,… Continue Reading
Wine and Appetizer Pairing Guide: Cabernet Sauvignon
While planning an evening of wine-friendly dishes, we traditionally start with bubbles, move to a crisp white and then finish off with a bold red with dinner.… Continue Reading
Our Best Dungeness Crab Recipes
Each corner of the U.S. has its favored crab: Maryland feels pride in their blue crabs, Florida celebrates their beloved stone crab and, here on the west… Continue Reading
What is a Charcuterie Board: 10 Tips for an Easy Wine Pairing Appetizer
People often ask, “What is a charcuterie board (plus how to pronounce it) and what should go on it?” This is one of the easiest appetizers to serve… Continue Reading
Elegant July 4th Menu Ideas
While America’s favorite summer holiday might be synonymous with fireworks, beer and hot dogs, we like to celebrate our country’s freedom with some elegant wine country flare.… Continue Reading
Perfect Chardonnay Food Pairings with Recipes
As America’s favorite white wine, chardonnay graces every restaurant wine list and many dinner tables across the country. This versatile grape can be fashioned into endless wine… Continue Reading
Eight Sonoma Valley Wineries with Fantastic Wine and Cheese Pairings
A short drive north from San Francisco introduces the tranquil wine region of Sonoma Valley — not to be confused with Sonoma County or Sonoma, the town.… Continue Reading
Authentic Hawaiian Poke with these Delicious Tuna Poke Bowl Recipes
The ubiquitous Hawaiian dish, poke, blends fresh cubed fish with layers of rich, savory flavors for a delicious, healthy bite. Growing up in Hawaii, I ate ahi… Continue Reading