Aug 6, 2024 | Appetizers, Merlot, Recipes and Pairings
Grilled Chorizo Tostadas with Grilled Cabbage Slaw Bright and spicy, delicious and saucy, these tostadas are best served on a slightly cool summer evening with a bottle of light red wine. The spicy chorizo is complemented by the chilled cilantro yogurt,...
Jun 11, 2024 | Lunch, Recipes and Pairings, Rosé, Seafood
Mango Grapefruit Seafood Ceviche with Fresh Tostadas A true taste of the tropics, fresh mango, citrus, avocado and chilis mixed with hearty fresh seafood is the perfect match for a hot day on the patio. Perfect for entertaining friends or a hearty lunch, this...
Apr 15, 2022 | Chardonnay, Dinner, Recipes and Pairings, Seafood
Grilled Pacific Escolar with Sauteed Spring Garlic, Roasted Beet Salad, and Balsamic Citrus Emulsion 1 ¼ lbs skinned Escolar (cut into 4 pieces)1 lb spring garlic1 bunch baby gold and Chioggia beets mixed salad greens2 tbsp aged Balsamic vinegar¼ cup orange...
Apr 13, 2022 | Appetizers, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pork
Pulled Pork Sliders with Cabernet Caramelized Onions Sliders of all sorts are very popular these days. Most of the work can be done the day before, so all you have to do when your guests arrive is to serve a basket of small slider buns, a bowl of warm,...
Mar 16, 2022 | Beef, Cabernet Sauvignon, Dinner
Grilled Beef Steak with Gorgonzola Risotto 2-3 lbs boneless beef steaks (Filet, sirloin, tri-tip etc..)olive oil (to brush steaks)salt and pepper (to taste)1/4 cup olive oil (extra virgin, plus extra tbsp for coating)7-8 cup meat stock (preferably homemade)1/2...
Mar 16, 2022 | Appetizers, Chardonnay, Seafood
Dungeness Crab Cakes 1 lb Dungeness crab (cleaned of any shells )5 tbsp mayonnaise1 tbsp Dijon mustard1 tbsp parsley (chopped)1 tbsp scallion (sliced)10 drops Tabasco 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce1/2 cup fresh white bread crumbs1 pinch salt1 pinch black pepper2...
