Fall is here, as much as I hate to admit it, and the rain is moving in. In my mind, nothing cures the dull-drums like roasted chicken. I love the way the cooking chicken fills the kitchen and the house with warm flavors. Another great thing about roasted chicken: it pairs well with white wine. … Continue reading Barrister Winery Sauvignon Blanc and Roasted Chicken – Easing Into Fall the Right Way
Category: Cooking with Wine
Prosecco and Japanese Curry: A Good Cure for the Common Cold
A lovely summer cold has been running through our house, and I spent the week with a stuffy nose and cough. Since cold medicine does not work for me, I decided to turn to food and alcohol. A nice and spicy dish ought to do the trick. I whipped up a pot of spicy Japanese… Continue reading Prosecco and Japanese Curry: A Good Cure for the Common Cold
Arbor Crest Merlot – A Terrific Pairing and Ingredient
It was a cool, rainy June day, so my husband put a 7-bone roast into our slow cooker. When we go home from work, the house smelled delicious and dinner was ready. I had a bottle of Arbor Crest 2008 Merlot (Four Vineyards/Columbia Valley) that I had been wanting to try, and this was the… Continue reading Arbor Crest Merlot – A Terrific Pairing and Ingredient
The Splendid Grape 