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5 Things to know about Pairing wines with Cauliflower: as recommended by Karen Bonarrigo & Merrill Bonarrigo Spinach has a green, veggie, and herbal flavor. Additional greens like mustard, radish or beet give more complex vegetal flavors or spice. Without additional seasonings on the greens, try lighter wines like Pinot Gris or Riesling. If you […]
5 Things to know about Pairing wines with Cauliflower: as recommended by Karen Bonarrigo & Merrill Bonarrigo Cauliflower is a close cousin to America’s favorite vegetable – broccoli. It is a versatile vegetable prepared in many ways and can work with any wine depending on preparation! Cauliflower served raw or blanched tastes lean and light […]
5 Tips on Pairing Wine with Kohlrabi: as recommended by Karen Bonarrigo & Merrill Bonarrigo Kohlrabi has that sweet peppery character similar to its cousins – cabbage and broccoli. Light white wines with good acidity are natural pairings. Avoid strong flavored or tannic wines that can clash. Pair wines to the strongest flavor on the […]
5 Tips on Pairing Wine with Green Beans: as recommended by Karen Bonarrigo & Merrill Bonarrigo Raw green beans can be a crisp raw vegetable snack or ingredient in any salad. Adding creamy cheeses or Asian herbs and spices create versatile wine pairing side dishes with dry or sweet reds, rose’s, and fruity whites The […]
5 Tips on Pairing Wine with Cucumbers: as recommended by Karen Bonarrigo & Merrill Bonarrigo Cucumbers are neutral in flavor with an almost delicate melon character with a hint of bitterness. They work with most wines since they do not compete with flavor. The main pairing consideration with cucumbers is the preparation and what other […]
5 tips on pairing Okra with Wine: as recommended by Karen Bonarrigo & Merrill Bonarrigo Okra is a great snack raw – it is healthy and just happens to be veggie! It has fiber, aids weight loss, and is a good brain food. It has a natural herbal sweetness in flavor with a nice crunch. […]
5 tips on pairing “Mixed Garden Veggies” or Succotash: as recommended by Karen Bonarrigo & Merrill Bonarrigo Every garden typically has a variety of vegetables ripening at the same time. In order to enjoy and not waste these veggies, most gardeners will mix them in some sort of medley. Caponata in Sicily is an example. […]
Food & Wine Pairing: as recommended by Karen Bonarrigo & Merrill Bonarrigo Food and wine pairing can be one of the most fun and challenging hobbies in life. Every meal sets the stage for a new experience. Tastes, flavors, textures, and aromas are all elements that effect the combinations of food and wine. Have you ever […]
Wine Pairing with Stuffed Summer Squash: as recommended by Karen Bonarrigo & Merrill Bonarrigo Things to know about Pairing wines with Summer Squash: Baked squash has a natural sweetness in flavor which is enhanced by sweet spices and wine. It pairs with any wine depending on the spices you choose. Prepared savory style with herbs, […]
Wine Pairings for Beets and Roasted Beet Salad: as recommended by Karen Bonarrigo & Merrill Bonarrigo 5 Things to know about Pairing wines with Onions: Onions, like garlic, are staples in most kitchens. They can be prepared raw in salads, slaw, or as a last minute addition to cooked dishes to add texture and tanginess. […]