Pairing Food & Wine

The Fourth of July, or Independence Day, is a big holiday in the United States. The day celebrates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence and the original colonies freedom from Britain. Today, the Fourth of July is a time … Read More

Pairing wine with ham is a relatively straightforward task. Often a fan-favorite served up for holidays like Easter and Christmas, this sweet, salty, cured treat can be prepared in many ways. We have some specific pairing recommendations based on the … Read More

It has often been thought that wine cannot be paired with salad. This is due to the often-various ingredients in salads and the acidity of some salad dressings, but this could not be further from the truth. As with most … Read More

You have probably heard that you should always pair white wine with fish, however, that is not necessarily the case with Salmon, which is meatier in flavor and texture than other fish. Salmon can easily be paired with both white … Read More

The word Curry is often associated with Indian food, but it is important to note that the word Curry actually has two meanings. Curry can be a collective term used to describe sauce-focused dishes from various countries in Asia. These … Read More

If you are a vegetarian or if you are hoping to pair your wine with a vegetable in your meal rather than the protein or meat, we’ve put together a list of great pairings. Depending on how the dish is … Read More

If you’ve never had a tamale, you are missing out. Made from masa—a mixture of corn dough—and filled with slow-cooked meat, vegetables, or cheese. You can also find sweet varieties filled with fruit, raisins, or chocolate. These tasty filled pockets … Read More

Sushi is the dish to have if you’re looking for something new. The nice part is that it goes well with wine. Sushi is rolled rice wrapped in seaweed and mixed with vinegar. The seafood inside the roll can be … Read More

Murgh Makhani, better known as Butter Chicken, is a simple, yet rich and flavorful Indian curry popular around the world. The slow-cooked chicken, marinated in a blend of yogurt, lemon, cumin, and garam masala, is tender and juicy, while the … Read More

Similar to Butter Chicken, Chicken Tikka Masala is a classic, Indian comfort dish. The chicken is cut into cubes, roasted, and served in a tomato-based curry with cream, garam masala, onion, garlic, and coriander, although the exact spices may vary … Read More