Whether you’re a novice wine drinker, drink it just for fun or are very serious about your selections, there is something to be said for sipping on something unique. With so many craft wineries with limited distribution, new varietals hitting the market seemingly all the time and then more funky, […]
Pairings
Did You Know You Could Drink Port Through Your Whole Meal? We Did. Here’s How
When you think about port wine, you may think about dessert time. A little sip while you indulge in a chocolate cake or maybe a tawny nightcap. Well, port is so much more than that. White or ruby port — on ice or mixed with tonic water — makes the […]
These Unexpected Champagne And Food Pairings Will Blow Your Mind
Ah, champagne. The celebratory bubbly pairs well with so many things: Oysters, caviar, French fries. But what happens when you have exhausted the expected? You try the unexpected. Enter, the humble onion. “It’s an ingredient that can be very versatile, savory, sour, sweet, pickled, can be found in creams, savory […]
It’s Time To Give German Pinot Noir It’s Due. Here’s Why
German wine has become almost synonymous with Riesling. Don’t get us wrong, we love a great glass of Riesling, but German wine is so much more than that. Cue German-grown pinot noir, a gem of a wine that offers so much. Germany has several amazing places to grow grapes for […]
This Chef’s Gourmet Granola Has Endless Possibilities
This story has been sponsored by Laura’s Gourmet Granola. Chef Laura Briscoe, founder of Laura’s Gourmet Granola, was seemingly always testing “better for you” foods. After a career pivot and graduating culinary school in 2002, she became a fine dining chef and started her own company. Armed with her culinary […]
This Is How To Pair Irish Beer With More Than Corned Beef, According To Guinness
It seems like the only time Irish beer takes a star turn at the table is on St. Patrick’s Day, when a pint glass of stout is served alongside shepherd’s pie, fish and chips or corned beef and cabbage. Ryan Wagner believes we all need to expand our view to […]
Sake Isn’t Just For Sushi: Here’s How To Pair It With Food, According To An Expert
The popularity of sake has been growing for years in the United States, which should come as no surprise for those who have gravitated to rice wine for both sipping and pairing with food. The range of styles and fantastic food-friendliness of sake make it the perfect beverage for the […]
Your Ultimate Guide To Pairing Valentine’s Day Candy With Wine
Valentine’s Day can be polarizing — some people love the romance, others wear all black in protest of its corniness. But when it comes to Cupid’s holiday, here’s something we can all agree on: iconic Valentine’s Day candies are damn delicious — and especially so when they’re paired with the […]
This Bourbon Was Aged At Sea — Here’s Why That Matters
The idea came to Trey Zoeller, founder and chief strategist of Jefferson’s Bourbon around his birthday. Celebrating on his friend’s boat, a glass of bourbon in hand, something caught his eye while standing on the bow of the ship. “As I watched my bourbon rock in the glass, I thought, […]
Wine + Cheese Is For Amateurs: Spirits + Cheese Is The Next Hot Thing
Wine and cheese go together like peanut butter and jelly. It’s a go-to for entertaining, a quick meal, or after a hard day. It’s just one of those great pairings that seemingly works no matter what you are sipping and nibbling on, no hard pairing decisions required. But spirits, too, […]