It’s the first anniversary for #SundaySupper this week! I was excited when I saw the theme for this week’s #SundaySupper because, while I haven’t been part of the #SundaySupper movement from the beginning (my first post was Father’s Day last year), it’s a family I feel so fortunate to be a part of.
I knew little about food blogging community before Eileen McConnell Gross of Wine Everyday invited me to be part of the #SundaySupper Movement by offering wine pairing recommendations. I’ve been blown away by the creativity, compassion, and commitment the #SundaySupper family brings to the “Family Table” every week
The #SundaySupper mission is to Bring Back Sunday Supper around the family table in every home. It starts off as one day a week and soon becomes a way of life.
I’m laughing to myself as I write this because, as a self-described ‘wino with latent foodie tendencies” I love the recipes. They’ve given me a ton of ideas, but more importantly inspired me to take action and do more cooking. On the other hand, it can be a challenge to come up with wine pairing for such creative recipes. I’ve been stumped a time or ten, and often have to get more information to come up with a wine pairing recommendation. I very much enjoy it though, and miss it the weeks I don’t participate.
Ultimately, I hope that my wine pairing recommendations will inspire my #SundaySupper family and their readers to try some new and different wines (and wine regions) and gain confidence in pairing wine and with the amazing dishes served up at the family table every week.
For this week’s birthday event by the #SundaySupper team was asked to choose recipes from contributors that have inspired them in the past year. My favorite event was the 5 ingredients or less, when I limited my wine pairing recommendations to the 5 most food friendly wines.
Check out this week’s astounding recipes. My wine pairing recommendation are italicized. Click on the name of the wine to find out where to purchase.
What’s a celebration without some bubbly?! Pair these dishes with a Sparkling Blanc de Noirs, a sparkling wine made with black grapes. One of my favorites for under $20 is Chandon Blanc de Noirs. It’s made from Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier grapes. It’s a lovely salmon color with a red fruit (cherry, strawberry, and red currant) character.
- Hot Spinach Parmesan Dip by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks inspired by Comfy Cuisine
- Roasted Butternut Squash and Sage Soup by Damn Delicious inspired by Cupcakes and Kale Chips
- Honey Butter Dinner Rolls by Dinners, Dishes and Desserts inspired by Chocolate Moosey
- Fish Tacos by Cookistry inspired by Little Ferraro Kitchen
- Spice Rubbed Chicken Tacos with Tropical Salsa by The Urban Mrs. inspired by Family Foodie
- Budget Friendly Breakfast Freezable Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Sandwiches by In the Kitchen with KPinspired by Big Bear’s Wife
- Soft Pretzels with Spicy Beer Cheese Sauce by Vintage Kitchen inspired by girlichef
- Sweet N Spicy Roasted Spiced Nuts by Sue’s Nutrition Buzz inspired by The Foodie Army Wife
Try the following dishes with a Sauvignon Blanc. Look for the 2011 Veramonte Ritual Sauvignon Blanc from Chile – it’s an elegant Sauvignon Blanc that sees a bit of oak, with pineapple, stone fruit, and citrus aromas and flavors.
- Easy Italian Wedding Soup by Webicurean inspired by Family Foodie
- Goat Cheese Rigatoni Alfredo by Magnolia Days inspired by Family Foodie
- Carrots au Gratin by Shockingly Delicious inspired by Juanita’s Cocina
- Skillet Spinach Corn with Edamame, Cilantro & Bacon Bits by The Lovely Pantry inspired by Sue’s Nutrition Buzz
Pair these dishes with a Chenin Blanc from the Loire Valley in France. I recommend the 2011 Pascal Janvier Jasnières. It shows a core of tangy apple, citrus fruit complemented by a mineral undertone.
- Dorie’s Chicken-in-the-Pot by Hip Foodie Mom inspired by Gotta Get Baked
- Shrimp-Stuffed Twice Baked Potatoes by Daily Dish Recipes inspired by Juanita’s Cocina
- Carmelized Onion and Thyme Handpies by Curious Cuisiniere inspired by Vintage Kitchen Notes
Pair these dishes and what you serve with the Harissa with a Riesling. One of my favorites is the 2010 Trimbach Riesling. It’s dry wine from the Alsace region with delicate aromas that belie its rich, fruity tropical fruit, peach and citrus flavors:
- Coconut Curry Chicken Soup by My Trials in the Kitchen inspired by Damn Delicious
- Portuguese Mussels and Shrimp in Chorizo Sauce by Supper for a Steal inspired by Family Foodie
- Lightened Up Slow Cooker Indian Butter Chicken by Cupcakes and Kale Chips inspired by The Meltaways
- Pork Loin with Port Shallot Sauce by Bobbi’s Kozy Kitchen inspired by Vintage Kitchen Notes
- Homemade Harissa by Masala Herb inspired by The Wimpy Vegetarian
Pair these dishes with Pinot Noir. Look for the 2011 Hahn Winery California Pinot Noir. It has wonderful mixed berry, lavender, and spice aromatics, that follow onto the palate.
- Chicken Noodle Soup by Big Bears Wife inspired by My Catholic Kitchen
- Chicken Soup with Dumplings by Comfy Cuisine inspired by The Messy Baker
- New Orleans Style White Beans & Rice by Catholic Foodie inspired by The Hand that Rocks the Ladle
Pair these dishes with a Sangiovese. Look for the 2009 Ninety+ Cellars Reserve Lot 57 Rosso Toscana. It’s a blend of mostly Sangiovese (80%) with the balance split between Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot. Therefore it’s a what’s referred to as a “Super Tuscan”. It’s loaded with blackberry, black cherry, and spice character.
- So Simple Pizza Puffs by The Weekend Gourmet inspired by Hip Foodie Mom
- Pepperoni and Mozzarella Pull Apart by Noshing With The Nolands inspired by In the Kitchen with KP
- Lasagna Soup by The Girl in the Little Red Kitchen inspired by Cravings of a Lunatic
- Tomato Florentine Soup by Mama Mommy Mom inspired by The Meltaways
- (GlutenFree) Chicken Bruschetta by The Meltaways inspired by Family Foodie
- Mac n Cheese Cups with Pork Shoulder Ragu by Crispy Pieces and Burnt Ends inspired by Hip Foodie Mom
Pair these dishes with a red Rhône blend. I recommend the newly released vintage of one of my favorites, the 2011 Tablas Creek Vineyards Patelin de Tablas. It’s a blend of Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre, and Counoise. The blend of grape varieties produces a vinous synergy resulting in a fresh juicy red fruits, spice, and mineral character.
- Feijoada Portuguese Bean Stew by Kimchi Mom inspired by Family Foodie
- Lentils and Chorizo Stew by Galactosemia in PDX inspired by Vintage Kitchen
- Carnitas Pizza w/ Chipotle-Avocado Crema by girlichef inspired by Damn Delicious
- Chicken Burger with Curried Cabbage Slaw by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings inspired by Soni’s Food
- Jalapeño Popper Chicken Chili by Food Lust People inspired by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
- Polish Hunter’s Stew-Bigos by Maroc Mama inspired by From Fast Food to Fresh Food
- Spicy Ham and Cheese Handpies by Curious Cuisiniere inspired by Vintage Kitchen Notes
Pair these dishes with 2010 Ridge Vineyards “Three Valleys” Sonoma Zinfandel Blend. It’s a blend of Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Syrah, Grenache, Alicante Bouchet, and a significant dose of old-vine Carignane that adds depth and acidity to this tasty blend. It’s well-balanced has a bright red berry fruit, herbal and spice character.
- Chicken and Black Bean Enchiladas by Country Girl in the Village inspired by Webicurean
- Drunken Meatballs by Small Wallet Big Appetite inspired by The Foodie Army Wife
- Pulled Pickled Pork by Juanita’s Cocina inspired by Daily Dish Recipes
- Hoisin Asian Meatballs by Gotta Get Baked inspired by Damn Delicious
- Sweet & Tender Brisket by Daddy Knows Less inspired by Juanita’s Cocina
- Spicy Seoulful Pulled Pork Sandwiches by Family Foodie inspired by Kimchi Mom
- Soy, Orange Juice and Red Wine Marinade by Peanut Butter and Peppers inspired by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
Pair these dishes with a Moscato d’Asti from Italy. Look for the 2011 Saracco Moscato d’Asti. It shows a sweet, fragrant, delicate, floral, tropical fruit, and a hint of honey character. It’s “frizzante”, which means it’s not as effervescent as most sparkling wines. It’s a great example how a wine can work with multiple courses!
- Spiced Pumpkin Ricotta Oat Muffins by In the Kitchen with Audrey inspired by Sue’s Nutrition Buzz
- Crispy Coconut Chicken Strips with Sweet Chili Sauce by From Fast Food to Fresh Food inspired by Crispy Bits and Burnt Ends
- Cherry Tart by Happy Baking Days inspired by Vintage Kitchen
- Rosettes by Simply Gourmet inspired by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Pumpkin Donut Puffs by Soni’s Food inspired by Daily Dish Recipes
- Butterscotch Pudding Triple Chip Cookies by Mom’s Test Kitchen inspired by Dinner Dishes and Desserts
- Angel Cake Sandwiches by Ninja Baker inspired by That Skinny Girl Can Bake
- Cheesecake with Fresh Berries by An Appealing Plan inspired by The Messy Baker Blog
Pair these desserts with a Sauternes, a sweet wine from the Sauternais region of the Graves section of Bordeaux. They are made from Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, and Muscadelle grapes affected by noble rot. Look for the 2005 Guiraud Sauternes. It has a full-bodied, honeyed, lemon tart, baked apple, baking spice, and vanilla cream character
- Cinnamon Apple Chimichangas by La Cocina de Leslie inspired by Juanita’s Cocina
- Apple Pull Apart Bread with Caramel Drizzle by Cravings of a Lunatic inspired by Gotta Get Baked
- Cinnamon Apple Chimichangas by La Cocina de Leslie inspired by Juanita’s Cocina
- Apple Pull Apart Bread with Caramel Drizzle by Cravings of a Lunatic inspired by Gotta Get Baked
Pair these desserts with Port. Look for Warre’s “Otima” 10-year-old Tawny Port. It’s a rich tawny with a toffee, caramel, honey and dried fruits character.
- Chocolate Brownie Tart by That Skinny Chick Can Bake inspired by Magnolia Days
- Mexican Hot Cocoa Sandwich Cookies by Chocolate Moosey inspired by Juanita’s Cocina
- Chocolate Chip Cut-out Cookies by Basic and Delicious inspired by Chocolate Moosey
- Nutella Shortbread Bars by Kelly Bakes inspired by Baker Street
- Chocolate Fudge Brownie Ice Cream by The Messy Baker Blog inspired by Cravings of a Lunatic
- Raspberry Hot Chocolate by My Catholic Kitchen inspired by Momma’s Meals
This week we’re excited to announce a New Addition: Tablescape by An Appealing Plan, Anniversary Dinner featuring Cheesecake with Fresh Berries originally posted by The Messy Baker Blog
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i have learned so much more about wine pairing from your posts. It has been fun to branch out of my comfort zone and try new wines.
Thanks so much Laura…the feeling is mutual…I’ve been making many of the recipes the #SS team has come up with, and what a great group of individuals!
Nice selection Martin! I would have never paired my soup with a Pinot Noir!
Thanks so much Patti! Ha! Pinot Noir goes with virtually everything!
It is amazing how each week you can find wines that complement all of our disparate dishes! Well done!
Thanks so much Dorothy! It’s a challenge at times, but I love the diverse recipes put up week in and week out by the talented #SS team!
Who feels cool pairing pizza with wine? THIS GIRL DOES! Thanks so much Martin for your pairing suggestions, I always look forward to seeing them…and putting them into action!
Thanks so much Heather! I love that you are putting some of my recs into action!
I so enjoy seeing your post. Thanks so much for the pairings!!
Thanks so much Tara! I so appreciate being small part of the amazing #SS team!
Thank you for everything you do Martin! We appreciate your pairings!
Thanks so much Susan! I appreciate all the great recipes to work with!
You always impress me so much with your knowledge and ability to pull this off each week!
Thanks so much Amanda! It’s fun and challenging to work with such a diverse palate of recipes! Definitely an inspiration to work with the #SS team!
Great wine pairings once again. My wife and I read this one together to learn something together! Thank you for helping us!
Thanks for the kind words Jen! Thank YOU for some many creative recipes! I’ve made that Savory Cheesecake a few times now and it’s always a hit!
It´s always so interesting to learn about wines from you, there are so many options is a pity I can´t always find them. And I like how you started cooking along Martin! Have a great day!
Thanks for the kind words Paula…It’s a joy to work with such a great talented and smart group of foodies. And yes…I have started cooking more. Made a #WeekdaySupper recipes yesterday!
Martin~ #SundaySupper wouldn’t be the same without your wine recommendations! I thank you for expanding my wine selection beyond the Chardonnay that I used to pair with every meal… no matter what was on the plate! I have really enjoyed your selections and it means so much to me that you are part of the family!
Thanks so much for the kind words and more importantly your support Isabel! So glad you’re expanding your wine palate too…just as I’m expanding my food palate. Now that’s a win-win!
I’m so glad you joined in the Sunday Supper fun and I do want to try every one of your wine recommendations. It is tasting the world one bottle at a time. Thanks for all you have done to pair our recipes with fabulous wines.
Thanks for the kind words Renee…that’s one of the things I love about wine….it’s a way to travel the world virtually! Cheers!
Beautiful post Martin! I’m slowly learning more about wine from you, and I think it’s a wonderful idea that you provide wine pairings every week. You’re the coolest wine guru ever!
Thanks so much Alaiyo! I don’t know about “wine guru”…but hit me up anytime you have questions!
I love your weekly wine pairings! Vino is a compliment to any meal.
Great selections! I always like to see what you are recommending and then I make notes of the ones I have never tried and want to. It helps to know what type of foods to pair them with!
Thanks so much Heather! I hope you get a chance to try some of the pairing. Remember to experiment to find what suite YOUR palate best
I always love reading what you pair things with! So glad you are part of the group!
Thanks so much Erin! I’m so pleased to be part of #SS!
I always love your wine lists and pairings! I am totally going to look for the 2011 Pascal Janvier Jasnières!!! Thank you!!
Thanks so much Alice. If you do get a chance to try the Chenin Blanc. Let me know what you think. I think it’s a wonderful alternative to Chardonnay.
Thank you so much for your wine suggestion with my Pumpkin Donut Puffs!I will definitely look for the Moscato’d Asti!!I love fruity wines and the hint of honey sounds fantastic 🙂
Martin, I think I say the same thing to you in my comment every week but it’s always true – I learn so much from your posts about wine. I love drinking it but I don’t know anything about it, so you bring something really valuable to the Sunday Supper table. It’s good to know that I can turn to you for some excellent recommendations. Cheers!
Fantastic wine pairings as usual, Martin 🙂 ~ Bea @ galactosemia in PDX
Thanks so much Beate!