Food & Wine

Thanksgiving is all about good food, family, and gratitude... but let’s be honest, the right wine can make the day run a little smoother too. Whether you’re entertaining a crowd, navigating lively table conversations, or just sneaking in a quiet...

Image via dodgers.com Baseball and wine might not seem like an obvious pairing, but for several Los Angeles Dodgers players, the two go hand in hand. Whether it’s showering each other in sparkling wine after a big win, gifting teammates...

If you’ve ever sipped a golden glass of Sauternes and thought, “Wow, this tastes like dessert already,” you’re absolutely right. This luscious French dessert wine, known for its honeyed notes of apricot, peach, and caramel, pairs well with something fruity...

Everyone needs to try this dish! Creamy, cheesy, a bit spicy, but cooled down with the sour cream! Ingredients: 1 pound of shrimp 1 dozen tortillas 1 small can of Ortega green chiles 1/2 onion, chopped Sour cream 1 jar...

Nothing says fall like the warm aroma of pumpkin and cinnamon baking in the oven. These Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls are soft, fluffy, and perfectly spiced, making them the ultimate autumn treat!  Ingredients For the Dough: 3/4 cup warm milk (110°F...

Wine enthusiasts know the joy of finding that perfect bottle, balanced, expressive, and true to its place of origin. But finding those gems consistently, and at a value, can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. That’s where...

Here are 5 tips for choosing a Chardonnay that matches different tastes and occasions: 1.      Decide on Style – If you like crisp, refreshing wines, look for unoaked Chardonnays (often labeled “Chablis” in France or “unoaked” in California). For richer,...

Hosting a party? Discover easy tips for picking crowd-pleasing wines, what to buy, how much, and how to keep guests happy.

There’s something magical about eggplant when it’s roasted just right. It transforms from a humble, slightly bitter vegetable into something silky, smoky, and rich. Add in a zesty twist of sumac, the tang of red onion agrodolce, the burst of...

As more people look for balance between enjoying wine and living a mindful lifestyle, two categories have gained popularity: low-alcohol wines and non-alcohol wines. While they might sound similar, there are important differences in how they’re made, how they taste,...

There’s something special about slowing down, gathering with friends, and enjoying a glass of wine together. At Plume Ridge’s tasting events, we create that opportunity. A relaxed evening where wine isn’t just poured, but shared, explored, and appreciated. What to...

1. The “Wrong” Wine Glass Test A sommelier once blind-tested guests by serving the same wine in different glasses. People swore one was “more expensive” than the other proving sometimes it’s the glass, not the grape, that fools us. 2....