A BEGINNERS BEGINNERS GUIDE The concept gôut de terroir or a “taste of place” in a wine was first presented by the French. They believe terroir is what separates one region from another, and ultimately, one wine from another. As each region is different in terms of climate, soils, topography, slope, elevation, exposure and sunlight, … Continue reading Beginners Guide to French Wine Classificaton
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Red Wine Cookies
“A great recipe I came up with in my head after making a red wine velvet cake for my dad on Father’s day. Drizzle the cooled cookies with a white chocolate ganache.” Ingredients 1/2 cup butter 1/2 cup white sugar 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 cup red Zinfandel … Continue reading Red Wine Cookies
Lamb Ribs with Honey and Wine
“Combination of Middle Eastern and European dishes. Best if served with steamed vegetables and hot cooked rice.” Ingredients 2 h 20 m 6 servings 507 cals 3 1/2 pounds lamb ribs 2 onions, chopped 1 cup dry white wine 1/4 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 teaspoons … Continue reading Lamb Ribs with Honey and Wine
The Ultimate Guide to Wine With Fish
THINGS TO REMEMBER ABOUT FISH AND OTHER SEAGOING CREATURES It’s different under the sea. And not just for the obvious reasons. In the world of gastronomy and grapes, a new set of issues come into play, variables which will influence food and wine pairing decisions. This guide will examine these issues as they relate to both … Continue reading The Ultimate Guide to Wine With Fish
What Is The Best Sparkling Shiraz Food Pairing?
“What is a Sparkling Shiraz?” Goes without saying that this bright red is produced using Shiraz, or ‘Syrah’ grape variety. (It’s the same grape. While the name Shiraz is typically used in Australia, New Zealand, US, Canada and South American countries, Syrah is used in France.) For those who have never tried a Shiraz wine … Continue reading What Is The Best Sparkling Shiraz Food Pairing?
Night Of A Thousand Friends
Join wine legend Dave Larocque*, a Wine Educator with Peller Estates for an evening of wine-tasting at your home with friends on Feb 10th, 2018 from 6-8.30pm! Our online Facebook live wine-tasting fundraiser features a night of wine-tasting and 3 course dinner with entertainment. You (and or your friends) would purchase and prepare the wine … Continue reading Night Of A Thousand Friends
Tuscan Steak on bed of Arugula
Third Course 1 tbsp. olive oil 1 – 300 to 350 gram Striploin steak (New York Striploin) about 1 ¼” or 30 mm thick Salt and pepper to taste Sauce: ¼ cup red wine 1 cup beef stock 2 tbsp. butter Salad: 4 hands full arugula 4 x ½ tsp. balsamic vinegar Optional accompaniment: mini … Continue reading Tuscan Steak on bed of Arugula
Tomato Basil Sauce Over Pasta
Tomato Basil Sauce: You can make your own sauce ahead and heat while pasta is cooking, or serve with store bought sauce such as PC Blue Menu Tomato Basil sauce. Pasta: either penne or spaghetti or other favourite pasta Grated Parmigiano Reggiano Crusty Italian bread NOTE: depending on serving size, adjust pasta and sauce quantities, … Continue reading Tomato Basil Sauce Over Pasta
White Pizza with Avocado and Spinach
Ingredients: White Sauce: ¼ cup whole milk ricotta cheese 1/8 cup 5% or 10% cream 1 ½ tsp. olive oil 1 medium sized garlic clove, minced Salt and pepper to taste Pizza: Flat Bread – one rectangular 6” x 12” (such as Stonefire brand, 400g package of 2) 1 slice of large red onion, finely … Continue reading White Pizza with Avocado and Spinach
The Best Wine Storage Solutions for Small Spaces
Wouldn’t it be wonderful to live in a chateau where you have acres of cellar available for your wine collection? Unfortunately, many of us live in small spaces where we’re lucky if we can spare even a few square feet for an extra armchair. But a small dwelling doesn’t mean you need to run to … Continue reading The Best Wine Storage Solutions for Small Spaces