Sparkling wines are the ultimate wine of choice when it comes to celebrations of special occasions. But sparkling wines are too often neglected, and vastly underappreciated when it comes to pairing them with food throughout a meal – from appetizers to dessert. I strongly believe that sparkling wine has a bigger role to play at…
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All-American Wine Pairing Guide for Being Thankful #SundaySupper
For this week’s #SundaySupper we celebrate Thanksgiving and Hanukkah with a bounty of tasty dishes for which to be thankful. And this year also presents a rare opportunity to be thankful, because it’s the first time since 1888 that any of the eight days in the Jewish celebration of lights has fallen on the same…
The Best Wines For Fall Foods #SundaySupper
It’s official! Today is the first day of the Fall season. Fall has always been bittersweet for me. I’m definitely a Summer person. I adore the dry, warm weather and the longer days. But Fall is my second favorite season for two reasons. First, Indian Summer in California is quite nice (although it rained in…
Seafood Gumbo and Wine Pairings for Soul Warming #SundaySupper
This week’s #SundaySupper theme is all about soul warming foods. You know, those soups, chili, stews, and other soul warming treat we seek when the weather turns cold. When I first saw the theme, my first thought was of “Soul Food”. I’d bet that “Soul food” is one of those phrases that if you ask 10…
Five Most Food Friendly Wines For #SundaySupper
When I saw the theme for this week’s #SundaySupper – Dishes in 5 Ingredients or Less – my first thought was “Wow, that’s going to be a challenge”, because I’ve seen the creativity and passion my BFFs (Best Foodie Friends;-) bring to the #SundaySupper table. Then I thought, why not try to pair the undoubtedly diverse…
Which Are The Best Types Of Wines For Barbeque?
Summer is officially here, and you know what that means! It’s time to start grilling, planking and smoking your favorite foods. While beer is probably the top of mind beverage for barbecues for most folks, don’t forget about wine! A glass of wine alongside your grilled favorites can elevate a meal from mundane to memorable….
#Sunday Supper: Wines For The Foods That Move You!
I’m a relative newcomer to the #SundaySupper movement, but I can tell you it’s made a difference in my life. A few years ago when my wife I were first married, we made it a point to try to cook a nice meal on Sunday, break out a “weekend” bottle of wine and invite friends…
My Sweet Goodness! The Cheesecake Factory’s Most Popular Cheesecakes Paired With Dessert Wines
The Cheesecake Factory’s Top 10 most popular cheesecake paired with dessert wines!
Beat The Heat #SundaySupper – Hot Wine Pairings for “Cool” Food
Wine pairing recommendations for Beat The Heat #SundaySupper
#SundaySupper – Celebrating Independence Day with Family, Friends, Food and Wine!
I don’t necessarily think of myself as being very patriotic, but each year around this time we sing “America The Beautiful” at my church, and it chokes me up each time! I truly appreciate this great nation of ours, and feel blessed to be an American. And that’s what the Fourth of July is about…