The Jerez region of Spain is known for Sherry, good Sherry. I have never had Sherry, so no better way to start than with the best. I had purchased a bottle of Hidalgo Cream Alameda last week during my trip to The Spanish Table, so the next step was to figure out what to pair… Continue reading Sherry from Jerez with a side of shrimp
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Cava, The Penedes Region of Spain and Birthday Cake
I am back on my global wine trail. After many, many weeks of battling colds at my house, I finally feel re-energized (and can smell and taste) and ready to continue my journey through Spain. Last weekend was also my birthday - but I figured I would just make this whole month a celebration! And… Continue reading Cava, The Penedes Region of Spain and Birthday Cake
La Mancha Wine Region, the Man and his Wine
By accident, I discovered the wine region of La Mancha in Spain. A while back, I had purchased a mystery box of wine from a company called Wine Insiders (thanks to Groupon). While most of the wines have left much to be desired (sorry Wine Insiders, but it's true), I decided to give a bottle… Continue reading La Mancha Wine Region, the Man and his Wine
Chateau Miraval Pink Floyd 2010 and Ratatouille
I have arrived at my final stop in France: Provence. I had to put my trip on hold for a week - I was suffering from a cold and could not taste or smell a thing. But now I am healthy and excited to continue my journey! I had been looking forward to this stop for… Continue reading Chateau Miraval Pink Floyd 2010 and Ratatouille
Domaine Courtois Cotes du Rhone Paired with Salade Lyonnaise Sandwich
I have arrived in the Rhone Valley and, like all of the French wine regions, there are many sub-regions. I decide to go with Lyon - mostly because it is the gastronomy capital of France. The first order of business is to figure out what to eat. Maybe it is because it is winter or… Continue reading Domaine Courtois Cotes du Rhone Paired with Salade Lyonnaise Sandwich
Silex Noir Vouvray and Fricassee de Poulet
One of the great outcomes of my wine and cuisine research are all the great people I am meeting and the different blogs that I am finding. I decided to make my next stop the Loire Valley, with a mission to try Vouvray. I made a trip to my local Wine store, West Seattle Cellars,… Continue reading Silex Noir Vouvray and Fricassee de Poulet
Chateau Clerc Milon and Chateau de La Dauphine Bordeaux and Steak with Bordelaise – Bon Appetit
I left the Beaujolais province and headed to Bordeaux. The one thing that excited me most about the Bordeaux region was the dessert. One of my favorite cookies, coconut macaroons (or rocher coco) are native to this region. I love coconut macaroons. They are chewy, sweet and delicious. And if you have one that is… Continue reading Chateau Clerc Milon and Chateau de La Dauphine Bordeaux and Steak with Bordelaise – Bon Appetit
The Alsace Region of France – A Glass of Hugel & A Bite of Cheese
After Burgundy, I decided to head back up Northeast for a trip to the Alsace Region. The Alsace region runs up against Germany and the Germanic influence is very much apparent. It appears what Alsace is most known for are their Riesling - I found a great site, just dedicated to Riesling, and it mentioned… Continue reading The Alsace Region of France – A Glass of Hugel & A Bite of Cheese
Touring the Burgundy Region of France – Two Great Wines & Beef Bourguignon
I left the Champagne Region and headed over to Burgundy. The Burgundy region is in Eastern France and the wines are primarily Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. There are 6 regions within the Burgundy region, so there are many different types of wine to chose from. This is also the birth place of coq au vin,… Continue reading Touring the Burgundy Region of France – Two Great Wines & Beef Bourguignon
Touring the Champagne Region of France & Sipping Champagne with Two Wonderful Women
Leaving London, I took the chunnel to Paris, ready to begin my "virtual" journey through France. I plan to go from Paris to the Champagne region, then to Burgundy and beyond. I am looking forward to this leg of my journey as it includes more bubbly (you can probably tell by now it is my… Continue reading Touring the Champagne Region of France & Sipping Champagne with Two Wonderful Women
The Splendid Grape 