When it comes to wine and steak pairing, not all cuts are created equal. Cabernet Sauvignon is loved as one of the most versatile wines for steak, but there are some cuts that it works better with than others. In this guide, I’ll delve into why you should consider pairing a ribeye steak with Cabernet …
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I love shopping at Costco. But usually, their cuts of meat are too large. Take the Costco pork shoulder. It weighs 19 pounds and is the size of a small boulder. Unless you’re cooking for a small football team, you won’t need that much meat. Good news: you can buy that hunk of meat and …
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Powerful Cabernet Sauvignon constantly gets the spotlight in the wine world. But when it comes to food, there is one underrated varietal that every wine lover needs to have on hand: Riesling. This dinnertime flex player has the acidity to stand up to almost any sauce, from citrusy vinaigrettes to buttery reductions. A crisp, bone-dry …
I was torn. Upon whipping up a fragrant, steaming chicken tikka masala, I couldn’t decide — what wine should I pair it with? The authorities can’t seem to agree on this topic. Some say you can go as full-bodied as a Syrah, Sangiovese, or Merlot. Others insist that light, crisp white wines like Riesling, Pinot …
Recently, I found out one of my favorite Korean dishes, bibimbap, now costs $20 at a restaurant. Immediately, I wondered: could I make my own bibimbap for less? With its rainbow of vegetables, smoky-sweet charred meat, and crispy fried egg, the long list of ingredients was somewhat daunting. However, I knew I could make each …
Creamy ricotta, hearty sausage, and tangy tomato layered between sheets of pasta in warm, bubbly goodness – lasagna pleases even the most finicky of crowds. And with its savory, meaty, and rich flavors, lasagna is delicious with many wines. Read on for our top 3 recommendations for lasagna and wine pairing, along with an easy …
Juicy, flavorful, and rich: burgers and wine are an epic combination. Whether they’re loaded with bacon and onions or simply dressed with lettuce and tomato, burgers are one of the most forgiving foods for wine. In fact, there are so many good wines with burgers, it can be hard to pick just one! My recommendation …
Can you bottle terroir? The liquid yellow rippling in my glass is vibrant and pure. It is everything I would expect from Chardonnay grown in a cooler area of Napa Valley. The wine in focus: Six Cloves Wine, by owner and winemaker Sonoe Hirabayashi. This boutique winery released its inaugural vintage just a few years …
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One of my favorite dishes when visiting Thailand is som tam, or green papaya salad. This cool, fresh, flavorful dish is the perfect way to beat the summer heat. Plus, it is filled with digestive enzymes, nutrients, and antioxidants. However, returning to America, I find the som tam served in restaurants here just isn’t the …
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Barbecued pork buns, or char siu bao, were one of my favorite Chinese dishes growing up. Golden orbs of soft, tender bao bread envelop sweet barbecued pork within. These flavorful buns are great for parties, and are a hit with kids – even the picky eaters! Most often, char siu bao is steamed. It is …
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