One of my favorite Finger Lakes wineries, Dr. Frank's Vinifera Wine Cellars in Hammondsport, NY, is participating in the World Tour of Food and Wine on Saturday, April 4 & Sunday, April 5, 2009
According to the folks at the Keuka Lake wine trail, participating wineries will each offer dish from a different country or region paired with one of their delicious wines.
This sounds like a great opportunity to increase your understanding of why different ethnic foods pair with specific styles of wine.
Tickets are $25 per person in advance. $30 per person at the door. $19 per person Sunday Special in advance. Purchase your tickets now by calling 800-440-4898 or visit www.keukawinetrail.com. Tickets are also available at Wegmans.
The festival will be open from 10am to 5pm Saturday and from Noon to 5pm Sunday.
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Monday, March 30, 2009
Friday, March 27, 2009
Pairing Red Burgundy and Sea Scallops
This Wine Spectator video illustrates the elements to consider when choosing a wine and food pairing. Chef Daniel Boulud and Wine Director Daniel Johnnes sample Sea Scallops and Porcini and a glass of red wine from Burgundy.
The video is here:
http://www.winespectator.com/Wine/Free/Video/0,4258,716696097_1133451444_16734869001,00.html
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The video is here:
http://www.winespectator.com/Wine/Free/Video/0,4258,716696097_1133451444_16734869001,00.html
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How to cook with that extra glass of red wine
In the article 'Thrifty Table' for the Globe and Mail, Bonny Reichert collects recipes for leftover scraps of food from local chefs, including three techniques for using that last glass of red wine.
Scroll to the bottom of the article for a simple recipe for pan sauce for steak, a braising liquid for brisket, short ribs or other slow-cooking meats, and not one but two recipes for dessert! Left over White wine can also be used as a steaming liquid for mussels.
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Scroll to the bottom of the article for a simple recipe for pan sauce for steak, a braising liquid for brisket, short ribs or other slow-cooking meats, and not one but two recipes for dessert! Left over White wine can also be used as a steaming liquid for mussels.
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Monday, March 23, 2009
How to find out which wines you will like
Sampling wines at a wine tasting is a great way for newbie wine drinkers to get a sense of which types of wines they enjoy.
All Star Wine and Spirits is having a free tasting of 30 wines on Sunday March 29th from 1 - 5 pm. The list of wines to be sampled is here.
In store wine tastings are an excellent opportunity to try new wines.
All Star Wine & Spirits is located at 579 Troy-Schenectady Road in Latham.
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All Star Wine and Spirits is having a free tasting of 30 wines on Sunday March 29th from 1 - 5 pm. The list of wines to be sampled is here.
In store wine tastings are an excellent opportunity to try new wines.
All Star Wine & Spirits is located at 579 Troy-Schenectady Road in Latham.
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How to learn about wine and food pairing
Gretchen Roberts from the Everyday Wine blog has a great idea for beginning wine drinkers in her post, 'A match made in heaven.'
Her idea is simple and brilliant - get the hang of wine and food pairing my sampling a few tried and true pairings!
Her classic pairings include:
Champagne and caviar
Sauternes and foie gras
Sauvignon Blanc and goat cheese
Cabernet Sauvignon and steak
Bordeaux and lamb
Sherry and lobster bisque
Port and chocolate
I strongly agree with the Sauvignon Blanc and goat cheese, the Sherry and lobster bisque and Port and chocolate. I would add Pinot Noir and salmon and oaky California Chardonnay with grilled seafood.
The key is to put a bite of food in your mouth, then a sip of wine and see if the two together taste more delicious than each one would by itself.
What are your classic pairings?
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Her idea is simple and brilliant - get the hang of wine and food pairing my sampling a few tried and true pairings!
Her classic pairings include:
Champagne and caviar
Sauternes and foie gras
Sauvignon Blanc and goat cheese
Cabernet Sauvignon and steak
Bordeaux and lamb
Sherry and lobster bisque
Port and chocolate
I strongly agree with the Sauvignon Blanc and goat cheese, the Sherry and lobster bisque and Port and chocolate. I would add Pinot Noir and salmon and oaky California Chardonnay with grilled seafood.
The key is to put a bite of food in your mouth, then a sip of wine and see if the two together taste more delicious than each one would by itself.
What are your classic pairings?
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Friday, March 20, 2009
Free Wine and Food Pairing advice via Cell Phone Text Message
The SpringWise newsletter recently profiled a great wine and food pairing tool - HelloVino.
According to the newsletter, "Users in search of wine advice merely visit Hello Vino online or text the word HELLOVINO to 368266. The tool then guides them through a simple question-and-answer process, asking first if the wine they seek is for with a meal, for an occasion, of a specific taste or style or from a particular region."
I tried HelloVino recently, seeking a match for pizza. The service returned a recommendation of Nero D'Avola for my specific pizza toppings.
I then asked for a suggestion for sushi, and was pointed to a fruity Chardonnay for my salmon roll.
I like the mobile aspect of this service - it is a simple tool that a wine drinker can use to make a simple wine choice from a limited wine list in a restaurant or as a guide to finding a wine while shopping for a wine to accompany takeout or a home made meal.
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According to the newsletter, "Users in search of wine advice merely visit Hello Vino online or text the word HELLOVINO to 368266. The tool then guides them through a simple question-and-answer process, asking first if the wine they seek is for with a meal, for an occasion, of a specific taste or style or from a particular region."
I tried HelloVino recently, seeking a match for pizza. The service returned a recommendation of Nero D'Avola for my specific pizza toppings.
I then asked for a suggestion for sushi, and was pointed to a fruity Chardonnay for my salmon roll.
I like the mobile aspect of this service - it is a simple tool that a wine drinker can use to make a simple wine choice from a limited wine list in a restaurant or as a guide to finding a wine while shopping for a wine to accompany takeout or a home made meal.
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Monday, March 16, 2009
Winter wine and food pairings
I enjoyed reading this recent wine column by my fellow CSW Holly Howell on FingerLakesWine.com. "Pair aged wines with wintertime food for a match made in heaven," features Howell's suggestions for some fun weekday evening wine and food pairings.
I love her suggestion of aged cheddar cheese and aged Cabernet Sauvignon and I'm excited to try truffled popcorn!
I am also interested in her pairing of Sauternes wine and Girl Scout Lemon Chalet Cremes in front of a fire and a snowy window.
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I love her suggestion of aged cheddar cheese and aged Cabernet Sauvignon and I'm excited to try truffled popcorn!
I am also interested in her pairing of Sauternes wine and Girl Scout Lemon Chalet Cremes in front of a fire and a snowy window.
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Seafood recipe videos - excellent pairing with that bottle of white wine in your cellar!
The Alaskan Seafood Marketing Institute has teamed up with the Culinary Institute of America to provide online classes in seafood preparation. I really enjoyed watching several of the cooking videos.
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Friday, March 13, 2009
How to learn about Bordeaux wine
How to learn about Bordeaux wine
Dave McIntyre of the Washington Post shares great news for wine drinkers that are eager to learn more about Bordeaux in the article, "Aim for These Bordeaux, and You Can't Miss."
McIntyre tasted several 2005 Bordeaux wines, all under $20 a bottle, and found some great values. More importantly, he didn't taste a bad wine in the bunch. Now is a great time for a newer wine drinker in search of wine education to pull the cork on one of these bottles to get a taste for this classic style of red wine.
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Dave McIntyre of the Washington Post shares great news for wine drinkers that are eager to learn more about Bordeaux in the article, "Aim for These Bordeaux, and You Can't Miss."
McIntyre tasted several 2005 Bordeaux wines, all under $20 a bottle, and found some great values. More importantly, he didn't taste a bad wine in the bunch. Now is a great time for a newer wine drinker in search of wine education to pull the cork on one of these bottles to get a taste for this classic style of red wine.
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How to pair food with an Acidic Wine
In the LA Times article, "A splash of seasoning can be better than a shake," Russ Parsons explains how and why chefs use salt and acidity to season food.
As you read the article, think of how an acidic wine would mimic the usefulness of other acidic seasonings like lemon or vinegar.
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As you read the article, think of how an acidic wine would mimic the usefulness of other acidic seasonings like lemon or vinegar.
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Learn about wine and food pairing during your NYC Vacation!
Wine teacher Wendy Crispell will teach you about wine aboard the Yacht Manhattan.
Find out more information at http://www.wendycrispellwine.com/wine.html
Here is the class list for 2009:
1. Demystifying Wine- Wine 101- The Art of Tasting and Evaluating, April 6th–
Learn about aroma techniques, the difference between steel and barrel aged wines, noble varieties of the world, and how to evaluate the body, length, and finish of wine. A tasting wheel will be provided to help each student on their own wine journey.
2. It Ain't easy being Green Wine Tasting, April 20th-
Learn the differences in methods of production. Just what is an organic wine? What is the difference between organically grown and biodynamic wines? Is wine vegan? All this and more will be discussed in this interactive tasting as we sail by our own green lady the fabulous Liberty!
3. The Wines of Northern Italy, May 4th-
Italy home of more than 1,000 varieties of grapes is one of the most diverse and wonderful wine regions in the world. Sit back and relax as we learn about the grapes, soils, and tastes of these Italian treasures.
4. The Wines of Southern Italy and Sicily, May 18th-
With earthy reds, herbal whites, and everything in between these regions are full of some surprises! Learn about differences in styles, innovations, and hot topics in Italian wine.
5. The Wines of France- French Wine Academy Workshop, June 8th-
It's time to take the mystery out of French wine! Learn how to know what's in your glass by region. Label by label, grape by grape, and what terrior really is will be discussed in this tasting including the regions of Alsace, the Loire, and Burgundy.
6. The Wines of France- French Wine Academy Workshop Part 2, June 22nd-
In this tasting we will explore the wines of the Rhone Valley, Southern France, and Bordeaux. Learn the grapes, soils, traditions, laws, and find out about the true value wines from these amazing regions.
7. The Great Wines of America! East meets West!, July 6th-
Show your pride and appreciation for our great land of wine! In this tasting we will explore the difference between the same grape grown in different climates. Does climate really change things that drastically? Where is the oldest region in the US? Is America breaking ground in other countries? Is it really all about the oak? All these questions and more will be discussed as we sip, sail, and savoir our way around the harbor.
8. America vs. the Rest of the World-Sparkling Wines, July 20th-
America produces some of the tastiest sparklers from the most unexpected places! Learn about methods of production, aging, basic flavor components, and see if place really makes a difference! It's up to you to decide. When it comes to sparkling just who wins?
9. Wonderful, Wacky, Refreshing Wines of Eastern Europe, August 3rd-
With some of the most undiscovered gems in the wine world places like Hungary, Slovenia, and countries in the Far East are making a name for themselves. Learn why! You may not be able to pronounce these babies but they sure are tasty!
10. The Wines of Greece, August 17th-
Greece is the word! Learn about the styles of wines, food pairings, grapes, traditions, and age old culture of Greek wines. Rustic stinky reds, fruity dry rose, and crisp dry whites hail from this beautiful ancient region. You may be making some trips to Astoria to find more of these insanely delicious wines after this unique interactive tasting!
11. Aromatic Wines of the World with Exotic Flavors, September 14th–
Discover the world of aromatic wines from all over the world! Delicious, full bodied, and bursting with flavor, aroma, and complexity! These are anything but wimpy wines! Learn how to pair these flavors with spicy dishes from India & Asia. Experience smell-o-vision boot camp and learn the background of these great grapes!
12. One Grape, Six Wines, For the Love of Pinot Noir, September 25th-
In this comparative tasting we will focus on the many different styles of Pinot Noir. Learn just what makes one grape taste so different and unique depending on climate, soil, winemaking techniques, and oak treatment. Sip, swirl, and savor the night away as we learn about one of the noblest grapes in the world!
13. Discovering Germany & Austria, October 9th-
Explore the many diverse styles of wines from these two countries with the craziest classifications in wine. Learn the difference in style between Spatlese, Auslese, BA, & TBA wines. Just what is all that info on the label? These questions and more will be answered in this tasting to celebrate October Fest!
14. Australia 101, October 23rd-
Australia is full of diversity in the world of wine! Learn about the regions, laws, creative innovations, and grapes of this vast interesting contributor to style and market trends in wine. From luscious red fruit bombs to seductive sparklers indulge your palate and senses with the wonders from down under.
15. The Wines of Portugal, November 6th-
It not just all about Port anymore. Some of the best values in the world of wine can be found in this beautiful country rich in tradition yet bursting onto the scene with new finds. Discover the grapes, styles, regions, and earthy flavors that set Portugal apart from the rest.
16. Sexy Spanish Wines, November 20th-
Learn the history of this red hot region full of sultry, sinful wines! Taste the soul of the rich rustic reds, tickle your senses with the sparkle of Cava, and top of the tasting with a lusciously indulgent PX! Regions, grapes, methods of production and more will be discussed in this interactive tasting.
17. Wine & Cheese Pairing 101-
Kicking up the Classics for the Holidays, December 4th- What really is the perfect wine and cheese pairing? What wines pair best with a wide variety of cheeses? How can you add other flavors to take your pairing to the next level? Get stinky with it as we learn about pairing the flavors and discovering the great marriages of these 2 great culinary delights.
18. Best of the Best Red, White, and Bubbly all over, December 18th-
In this last class of the series we will be revisiting wines from all over the globe! Voted by you as best in red, white, bubbly and sweet. Favorite food pairings, tips for holiday entertaining, and best recipes from the tapas pairings will be discussed and shared with you in this interactive festive holiday event! Sit back relax and enjoy the breathtaking city lights and sites as we sail the isle of Manhattan one last time!
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Find out more information at http://www.wendycrispellwine.com/wine.html
Here is the class list for 2009:
1. Demystifying Wine- Wine 101- The Art of Tasting and Evaluating, April 6th–
Learn about aroma techniques, the difference between steel and barrel aged wines, noble varieties of the world, and how to evaluate the body, length, and finish of wine. A tasting wheel will be provided to help each student on their own wine journey.
2. It Ain't easy being Green Wine Tasting, April 20th-
Learn the differences in methods of production. Just what is an organic wine? What is the difference between organically grown and biodynamic wines? Is wine vegan? All this and more will be discussed in this interactive tasting as we sail by our own green lady the fabulous Liberty!
3. The Wines of Northern Italy, May 4th-
Italy home of more than 1,000 varieties of grapes is one of the most diverse and wonderful wine regions in the world. Sit back and relax as we learn about the grapes, soils, and tastes of these Italian treasures.
4. The Wines of Southern Italy and Sicily, May 18th-
With earthy reds, herbal whites, and everything in between these regions are full of some surprises! Learn about differences in styles, innovations, and hot topics in Italian wine.
5. The Wines of France- French Wine Academy Workshop, June 8th-
It's time to take the mystery out of French wine! Learn how to know what's in your glass by region. Label by label, grape by grape, and what terrior really is will be discussed in this tasting including the regions of Alsace, the Loire, and Burgundy.
6. The Wines of France- French Wine Academy Workshop Part 2, June 22nd-
In this tasting we will explore the wines of the Rhone Valley, Southern France, and Bordeaux. Learn the grapes, soils, traditions, laws, and find out about the true value wines from these amazing regions.
7. The Great Wines of America! East meets West!, July 6th-
Show your pride and appreciation for our great land of wine! In this tasting we will explore the difference between the same grape grown in different climates. Does climate really change things that drastically? Where is the oldest region in the US? Is America breaking ground in other countries? Is it really all about the oak? All these questions and more will be discussed as we sip, sail, and savoir our way around the harbor.
8. America vs. the Rest of the World-Sparkling Wines, July 20th-
America produces some of the tastiest sparklers from the most unexpected places! Learn about methods of production, aging, basic flavor components, and see if place really makes a difference! It's up to you to decide. When it comes to sparkling just who wins?
9. Wonderful, Wacky, Refreshing Wines of Eastern Europe, August 3rd-
With some of the most undiscovered gems in the wine world places like Hungary, Slovenia, and countries in the Far East are making a name for themselves. Learn why! You may not be able to pronounce these babies but they sure are tasty!
10. The Wines of Greece, August 17th-
Greece is the word! Learn about the styles of wines, food pairings, grapes, traditions, and age old culture of Greek wines. Rustic stinky reds, fruity dry rose, and crisp dry whites hail from this beautiful ancient region. You may be making some trips to Astoria to find more of these insanely delicious wines after this unique interactive tasting!
11. Aromatic Wines of the World with Exotic Flavors, September 14th–
Discover the world of aromatic wines from all over the world! Delicious, full bodied, and bursting with flavor, aroma, and complexity! These are anything but wimpy wines! Learn how to pair these flavors with spicy dishes from India & Asia. Experience smell-o-vision boot camp and learn the background of these great grapes!
12. One Grape, Six Wines, For the Love of Pinot Noir, September 25th-
In this comparative tasting we will focus on the many different styles of Pinot Noir. Learn just what makes one grape taste so different and unique depending on climate, soil, winemaking techniques, and oak treatment. Sip, swirl, and savor the night away as we learn about one of the noblest grapes in the world!
13. Discovering Germany & Austria, October 9th-
Explore the many diverse styles of wines from these two countries with the craziest classifications in wine. Learn the difference in style between Spatlese, Auslese, BA, & TBA wines. Just what is all that info on the label? These questions and more will be answered in this tasting to celebrate October Fest!
14. Australia 101, October 23rd-
Australia is full of diversity in the world of wine! Learn about the regions, laws, creative innovations, and grapes of this vast interesting contributor to style and market trends in wine. From luscious red fruit bombs to seductive sparklers indulge your palate and senses with the wonders from down under.
15. The Wines of Portugal, November 6th-
It not just all about Port anymore. Some of the best values in the world of wine can be found in this beautiful country rich in tradition yet bursting onto the scene with new finds. Discover the grapes, styles, regions, and earthy flavors that set Portugal apart from the rest.
16. Sexy Spanish Wines, November 20th-
Learn the history of this red hot region full of sultry, sinful wines! Taste the soul of the rich rustic reds, tickle your senses with the sparkle of Cava, and top of the tasting with a lusciously indulgent PX! Regions, grapes, methods of production and more will be discussed in this interactive tasting.
17. Wine & Cheese Pairing 101-
Kicking up the Classics for the Holidays, December 4th- What really is the perfect wine and cheese pairing? What wines pair best with a wide variety of cheeses? How can you add other flavors to take your pairing to the next level? Get stinky with it as we learn about pairing the flavors and discovering the great marriages of these 2 great culinary delights.
18. Best of the Best Red, White, and Bubbly all over, December 18th-
In this last class of the series we will be revisiting wines from all over the globe! Voted by you as best in red, white, bubbly and sweet. Favorite food pairings, tips for holiday entertaining, and best recipes from the tapas pairings will be discussed and shared with you in this interactive festive holiday event! Sit back relax and enjoy the breathtaking city lights and sites as we sail the isle of Manhattan one last time!
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Monday, March 9, 2009
Wine matches for a french dinner
U.K. wine merchant Yapp Brothers has a wine and food matching tool on their website that can be used for planning a French themed wine dinner.
Choose from a list of 23 food options and Yapp delivers a list of matching French wines. http://www.yapp.co.uk/Wine-List/
Wine lovers studying for the Certified Specialist of Wine Exam can use Yapp's interactive wine map of France as a tool for learning about the wine regions of France.
Related articles:
Recipes and Wine Pairings for a 'hands-on' pasta party!
http://kathleenlisson.blogspot.com/2008/08/recipes-and-wine-pairings-for-hands-on.html
How to Serve an Italian Style Dinner
http://kathleenlisson.blogspot.com/2008/02/how-to-serve-italian-style-dinner.html
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Choose from a list of 23 food options and Yapp delivers a list of matching French wines. http://www.yapp.co.uk/Wine-List/
Wine lovers studying for the Certified Specialist of Wine Exam can use Yapp's interactive wine map of France as a tool for learning about the wine regions of France.
Related articles:
Recipes and Wine Pairings for a 'hands-on' pasta party!
http://kathleenlisson.blogspot.com/2008/08/recipes-and-wine-pairings-for-hands-on.html
How to Serve an Italian Style Dinner
http://kathleenlisson.blogspot.com/2008/02/how-to-serve-italian-style-dinner.html
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How to Host a Blind Tasting Wine Party
Wine writer Gretchen Roberts provides a five step how to guide for hosting a wine tasting party in her Everyday Wine blog post 'How to do a blind tasting.'
Roberts has some great advice for making sure that the hostess can participate in the tasting, too! She achieves this by having the hostess bag all the wines and pull the corks, then asking a guest to number the bags while she looks away! I love doing wine tasting parties at my home, and this is trick will ensure that I get to have as much fun as my guests at a blind tasting party!
My friends Alex and Cati throw a wine tasting benefit for charity. See a copy of their invitation, 'awards' and scoring sheet for ideas. http://www.alexandcati.com/?p=751
Related Article:
Eight Tips for Planning a Valentine's Day Wine and Food Pairing Party http://kathleenlisson.blogspot.com/2009/01/following-is-question-received-from-one.html
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Roberts has some great advice for making sure that the hostess can participate in the tasting, too! She achieves this by having the hostess bag all the wines and pull the corks, then asking a guest to number the bags while she looks away! I love doing wine tasting parties at my home, and this is trick will ensure that I get to have as much fun as my guests at a blind tasting party!
My friends Alex and Cati throw a wine tasting benefit for charity. See a copy of their invitation, 'awards' and scoring sheet for ideas. http://www.alexandcati.com/?p=751
Related Article:
Eight Tips for Planning a Valentine's Day Wine and Food Pairing Party http://kathleenlisson.blogspot.com/2009/01/following-is-question-received-from-one.html
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Friday, March 6, 2009
Adair Vineyards at the Albany Farmer's Market!
I love visiting the Farmers Market for fresh produce and cheeses. What a pleasant surprise to see New York State wineries selling their delicious wines side by side with our local farmers!
Adair Vineyards wines are for sale on Wednesdays at the Empire State Plaza Farmers' Market. Adair offers the following suggested pairings for their wines on the Adair Vineyard website:
Vidal matches with grilled seafood and grilled poultry.
Cayuga White and Mountain White both pair with Asian, Indian, and other spicy cuisines.
Peche or Black Currant dessert wines could be drizzled over a fruit salad.
Solitary Oak matches with seafood.
Dutch Barn White pairs with pork and fowl with sturdy sauces.
Adair Vineyards is located at 52 Allhusen Road in New Paltz on the Shawangunk Wine Trail.
Related Article:
Farmers Market Recipes, Wine and Food Pairings
http://kathleenlisson.blogspot.com/2008/08/eat-local-diet-vegetable-and-wine.html
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Adair Vineyards wines are for sale on Wednesdays at the Empire State Plaza Farmers' Market. Adair offers the following suggested pairings for their wines on the Adair Vineyard website:
Vidal matches with grilled seafood and grilled poultry.
Cayuga White and Mountain White both pair with Asian, Indian, and other spicy cuisines.
Peche or Black Currant dessert wines could be drizzled over a fruit salad.
Solitary Oak matches with seafood.
Dutch Barn White pairs with pork and fowl with sturdy sauces.
Adair Vineyards is located at 52 Allhusen Road in New Paltz on the Shawangunk Wine Trail.
Related Article:
Farmers Market Recipes, Wine and Food Pairings
http://kathleenlisson.blogspot.com/2008/08/eat-local-diet-vegetable-and-wine.html
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Riesling and Food Pairings
I ran into my friend Dominick Purnomo and his fiancee at last weekend's Romancing the Grape wine festival at Proctor's in Schenectady. I asked him if he still believed that Reisling could be paired with most any dish, and he agreed.
If you are not convinced, visit dp and ask him for a pairing suggestion with your favorite dish, or try one of the recipes from DrinkRiesling.com below.
DrinkRiesling.com offers food pairings with Riesling, including recipes for
Bluefish Tacos
Fettucine Fruita de Mar
Fly Creek Cider
Mill Zesty Cheese Pot
Ginger Apple Stir Fry
Ginger Bold Apple Strudel
Grilled Java Rubbed Boneless Pork Loin
Heirloom Squash Risotto with Apple Salad
Lake Trout Quesadillas
Long Island Steamed Mussels
Pork Chops with Carmelized Apples
Riesling Braised Cabbage and Hartmanns Bratwurst
Roast Loin of Pork
Roasted Cauliflower with Curry
Golden Raisins and Cashews
Sage Pork Tenderloin with Brown Sugar Apples
Sea Scallops Stir Fry and
Sweet Potato Casserole
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If you are not convinced, visit dp and ask him for a pairing suggestion with your favorite dish, or try one of the recipes from DrinkRiesling.com below.
DrinkRiesling.com offers food pairings with Riesling, including recipes for
Bluefish Tacos
Fettucine Fruita de Mar
Fly Creek Cider
Mill Zesty Cheese Pot
Ginger Apple Stir Fry
Ginger Bold Apple Strudel
Grilled Java Rubbed Boneless Pork Loin
Heirloom Squash Risotto with Apple Salad
Lake Trout Quesadillas
Long Island Steamed Mussels
Pork Chops with Carmelized Apples
Riesling Braised Cabbage and Hartmanns Bratwurst
Roast Loin of Pork
Roasted Cauliflower with Curry
Golden Raisins and Cashews
Sage Pork Tenderloin with Brown Sugar Apples
Sea Scallops Stir Fry and
Sweet Potato Casserole
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Monday, March 2, 2009
Beer and Asian food pairings
Albany Times Union reporter Steve Barnes recently blogged on a beer and asian food pairing dinner over at his Table Hopping Blog.
The Saratoga Rose Inn & Restaurant in Hadley is offering a five course beer dinner featuring Asian noodle dishes, including:
The meal will start off with a Thai clam pot made with whole baby clams, garlic-rice wine broth, buckwheat noodles and Thai holy basil paired with Brooklyn Lager from New York.
The seafood entree is Hot and sour shrimp lo mein made with Ginger-marinated shrimp, water chestnuts, Chinese egg noodles and matched with Ommegang Hennepin Saison Farmhouse Ale from nearby Cooperstown, New York.
The poultry entree is Seared black bean chicken on crispy noodles made with red onions and snow peas paired with Duvel Belgian Golden Ale from Belgium.
The pork entree is Singapore curried noodles with barbecued pork made with Chinese wine-cured sausage, leeks and red peppers matched with Fin du Monde from Québec.
For dessert, the Saratoga Rose is serving Orange mousse with chocolate noodle cookies paired with Otter Creek Stovepipe Porter from Vermont.
The Saratoga Rose has several pairing dinners throughout the year, visit their website for the latest offering:
http://saratogarose.com/restaurant_special_events.asp
Last year I visited Brewery Ommegang in Cooperstown, NY and chatted with the brewmaster Phil Leinhart about possible food pairings with their Belgian-style beers. His pairing suggestions are here: http://kathleenlisson.blogspot.com/2008/05/food-and-beer-pairings-from-brewery.html
Related Article:
How to pair red wine with Asian dishes and Chinese takeout
http://kathleenlisson.blogspot.com/2009/01/how-to-pair-red-wine-with-asian-dishes.html
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The Saratoga Rose Inn & Restaurant in Hadley is offering a five course beer dinner featuring Asian noodle dishes, including:
The meal will start off with a Thai clam pot made with whole baby clams, garlic-rice wine broth, buckwheat noodles and Thai holy basil paired with Brooklyn Lager from New York.
The seafood entree is Hot and sour shrimp lo mein made with Ginger-marinated shrimp, water chestnuts, Chinese egg noodles and matched with Ommegang Hennepin Saison Farmhouse Ale from nearby Cooperstown, New York.
The poultry entree is Seared black bean chicken on crispy noodles made with red onions and snow peas paired with Duvel Belgian Golden Ale from Belgium.
The pork entree is Singapore curried noodles with barbecued pork made with Chinese wine-cured sausage, leeks and red peppers matched with Fin du Monde from Québec.
For dessert, the Saratoga Rose is serving Orange mousse with chocolate noodle cookies paired with Otter Creek Stovepipe Porter from Vermont.
The Saratoga Rose has several pairing dinners throughout the year, visit their website for the latest offering:
http://saratogarose.com/restaurant_special_events.asp
Last year I visited Brewery Ommegang in Cooperstown, NY and chatted with the brewmaster Phil Leinhart about possible food pairings with their Belgian-style beers. His pairing suggestions are here: http://kathleenlisson.blogspot.com/2008/05/food-and-beer-pairings-from-brewery.html
Related Article:
How to pair red wine with Asian dishes and Chinese takeout
http://kathleenlisson.blogspot.com/2009/01/how-to-pair-red-wine-with-asian-dishes.html
Did you like this article? Click HERE to receive Kathleen Lisson's FREE Wine and Food Pairing Tips by Email.
Zinfandel and cheese, tomato, bbq recipe pairings
Lynne Char Bennett of the San Francisco Chronicle offers a tried and true pairing suggestion for Zinfandel wine in the article, 'Dry Creek Zinfandel makes a penne-wise partner.'
Bennett writes that, "Zinfandel's fruity character, with its hints of spice, pepper and moderate tannins, is especially complementary to barbecue and other tomato-based sauces."
She recommends pairing Zinfandels from Sonoma's Dry Creek Valley with recipes featuring cheddar and provolone, as well as pasta dishes with tomato sauce.
The article features a Zinfandel friendly recipe for BakedPenne with Meat & Mushroom Sauce, featuring mild Italian sausage, ground beef, cremini mushrooms, brandy or Amontillado sherry, oregano, marjoram, onion, garlic and Gruyere cheese.
Like Bennett, Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel was one of the first wines I drank in college.
Related article:
18 Meaty Zinfandel Pairings http://kathleenlisson.blogspot.com/2008/03/venison-antelope-grouse-quail-and-duck.html
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Bennett writes that, "Zinfandel's fruity character, with its hints of spice, pepper and moderate tannins, is especially complementary to barbecue and other tomato-based sauces."
She recommends pairing Zinfandels from Sonoma's Dry Creek Valley with recipes featuring cheddar and provolone, as well as pasta dishes with tomato sauce.
The article features a Zinfandel friendly recipe for BakedPenne with Meat & Mushroom Sauce, featuring mild Italian sausage, ground beef, cremini mushrooms, brandy or Amontillado sherry, oregano, marjoram, onion, garlic and Gruyere cheese.
Like Bennett, Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel was one of the first wines I drank in college.
Related article:
18 Meaty Zinfandel Pairings http://kathleenlisson.blogspot.com/2008/03/venison-antelope-grouse-quail-and-duck.html
Did you like this article?
Click HERE to receive KathleenLisson's FREE Wine and Food Pairing Tips by Email.
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