Category: Food
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Totally Digging the Jurassic World of #Wine
The world of wine is vast. In fact, it is literally global. Many wine drinkers play it safe; rarely veering off the course of “known,” “safe” wines. This month our French Winophiles group is veering. You may ask how can one veer off the safe, known path in France. Bordeaux, Burgundy, Provence, Champagne, Rhone Valley;…
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#Food & #Wine Pairing: Grgich Hills Illuminates a Weeknight Meal
How does summer transition into fall where you live? In Dallas the heat of summer remains well into September. In fact it was almost October before our daytime highs dropped below 97° F. As a foodie I get a little jealous watching those of you in cooler climates begin preparing meals with squash, pumpkin, and…
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Welcoming Fall with #MerlotMe and #WinePW
Merlot is one of the best wines in the world. Though it has taken hits over the past decade due to movie misunderstandings and poorly produced bulk commercial representations, it is and always has been a premiere wine. October is #MerlotMe month, designed to celebrate the many wonders and joys of this marvelous grape. As…
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Celebrate Texas #Wine Month with Beef
October is here and with it comes Texas Wine Month. As you know Texans not only enjoy high quality wines but we also love our beef! Fortunately Texas wines pair very well with Texas beef. Texas Fine Wine has partnered with Texas Beef Council to celebrate Texas Wine Month with some great wines and beef recipes. Here are some…
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Celebrating Italian Harvest with #ItalianFWT
In the world of Italian wine September means harvest. It is common in Italy for grape harvesting to be done by hand. It is back breaking work for many, a rush to pick the grapes when their sugar levels (brix) are just right. Some wineries begin their harvest at the break of dawn, while others…
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Exploring the Golden Goodness of Sicilian Olive Oil
Today I have something a bit different to share with you. Of course, you are used to me sharing delicious food along with great wine. However, this article is a foodie delight. In fact, there is no wine to be found; instead we are going to journey through the world of Sicilian olive oil.
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A Week in Provence
My first encounter with Provence was in Peter Mayle’s A Year in Provence, a quirky account of he and his wife’s joyful escape from the hustle and bustle life in London to the serenity of Provence. I read that book at least twenty years ago, and for twenty years I have dreamed of my own…
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Garnacha: The Workhorse Grape
Very few grapes are as versatile as Garnacha. It is a beautiful blending grape widely revered for its contribution to Rhone Valley wines. It is known as a “blue zone” wine for the health benefits it contributes to the centurions living in Sardegna, and it is believed by some to be the oldest grape in…
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#Food & #Wine Pairing: Forlorn Hope Meets the Grill
Slim chance of victory results in tremendous glory upon success. This may seem like strange inspiration for a winery, but if you are a wine rebel like Matthew Rorick it is exactly what you are seeking. This is a food and wine pairing article inspired by an outstanding wine I found buried in my cellar. I…
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Diving into Bordeaux #Wine with #Winophiles: Graves
This article explores the virtues of the Bordeaux wine region Graves. It also includes a wine review and food pairing.
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