Originating in France and generally made from cow’s milk—and occasionally goat’s milk—Brie is a soft, deliciously creamy, buttery cheese with a soft, edible bloomy rind. The flavor is light and mellow, with notes of mushroom, nuts and warmed butter. Best … Read More
If we’re talking about comfort food, our minds tend to go straight to the carbs. And what’s better than a rich and flavorful spaghetti bolognese? Look for something with bold tannins and high acidity to enhance the inherent acidity of … Read More
Beef Stroganoff is a Russian dish of what even peasants could even afford! Consisting of intensely savory flavors of mushrooms, mustard, onions and sauteed pieces of beef with sour cream and dash of paprika make it very appealing. Pale brown … Read More
Wine comes from the ground. It is planted, it grows, it blooms, it swells, and it becomes delicious. This integral part of drinking something as incredible as wine, also can present some challenges in the most unexpected places, such as … Read More
Salami is a classic and necessary addition to anyone’s charcuterie board. Most people would even enjoy having some slices of salami by themselves, because of their incredibly delicious fatty flavor, with a variable spice as well. There are many different … Read More
Ramen is a Japanese noodle dish consisting of a Chinese- style broth, usually chicken or pork broth, with super umami flavors of soy sauce and miso; garnished with toppings such as sliced pork, nori (seaweed), scallions and a boiled egg … Read More
Meatballs and wines are a match made in heaven. Delicious store-bought frozen meatballs or fancy home-cooked meatballs are both excellent choices for a wholesome yet enjoyable meal. The best part is that you have a host of wines to select … Read More
Mackerel is a nice meaty Mediterranean fish that can be paired excellently with crisp white wines with high acidity like Sauvignon Blanc or slightly more heavy-bodied reds like Merlot. Due to the variety of preparations, mackerel filets can be batter-fried … Read More
Tiramisu is a popular Italian dessert that most people cannot resist – it has coffee soaked lady finger cookies layered with mascarpone cheese topped with a dusting of cocoa and whipped cream. A general rule when it comes to wine … Read More
Mussels are tasty and delightful seafood. Easy to prepare and delicious to eat, this mollusc is a great aperitivo when you’re in front of the sea, or as a main dish if you are having dinner out. Mussels can be … Read More