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Accepting Amarone
October 12, 2011 – 9:48 am | 2 Comments

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Step Away from the Margarita: Great Wines to Pair With Mexican Food
September 15, 2010 – 11:10 pm | No Comment
Step Away from the Margarita: Great Wines to Pair With Mexican Food

Forget the margarita and abandon the Dos Equis–here are some great wines to pair with everything from ceviche to carne asada.

Red, White and Delicious: Cooking Meat with White Wine
November 8, 2009 – 7:13 pm | 4 Comments
Red, White and Delicious: Cooking Meat with White Wine

I am a big fan of cooking meat with white wine. Its acidity and freshness nicely balances the richness of the meat, particularly in slow-cooked beef and lamb dishes, and opens up new pairing possibilities.