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  • Grilled Swordfish with Fig, Orange and Olive
    November 7, 2022

    Grilled Swordfish with Fig, Orange and Olive

    This simple but impressive dish is excellent for entertaining or enjoying any day of the week. Very easy to prepare and oh sooooo tasty accompanied with Chateau Saint Martin de la Garrigue, Picpoul de Pinet 2021 or your favorite dry...

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  • Five Fast Facts: Sauvignon Blanc
    May 13, 2022

    Five Fast Facts: Sauvignon Blanc

    One of the fasting growing varietal and popular in the last 10 years has great history and a wide variety of styles. Here are 5 Fast Facts for Sauvignon Blanc. Check out our Sauvignon Selection Here. The Wild Bunch. Sauvignon...

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  • Creamy Smoked Cheddar Cauliflower Soup
    March 21, 2022

    Creamy Smoked Cheddar Cauliflower Soup

    A weeknight recipe that is savory and embeds the flavors of smoked cheddar cheese, leek and white wine for a delicious soup. Chef’s notes: you can use any cheese you have on hand. I have used smoked Gouda with good results. My...

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  • Quince: An Oldie But A Goodie
    October 16, 2021

    Quince: An Oldie But A Goodie

    This old world fruit has become all the rage over the last couple of years. Now that products made from this fruit are being imported, this exotic fruit is becoming more readily available. One reason we love quince so much...

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  • Alsatian Onion Tart
    September 30, 2021

    Alsatian Onion Tart

    Alsatian Onion Tart is a traditional Sunday supper dish in Alsace, France, usually served after church. It is a flat, pizza like galette with carmelized and crispy onions and savory bacon.  The pastry part of the tart itself is also...

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  • Fried Green Tomato Salad with Buttermilk Dressing
    August 2, 2021

    Fried Green Tomato Salad with Buttermilk Dressing

    Have an abundance of tomatoes from  your summer garden? This is the perfect way to use up this key ingredient, balanced by the perfect buttermilk dressing. Serves 4Ingredients: 3 to 4 green tomatoes, sliced 1/4 inch thick 2 eggs beaten...

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  • Cold Gazpacho with Avocado and Crabmeat
    July 25, 2021

    Cold Gazpacho with Avocado and Crabmeat

      With the weather heating up, fresh tomatoes and cucumbers are abundant either in your home garden or local farmer’s market.  This is the perfect time to indulge in this delicious cold soup. Pair with a refreshing Rose or Chardonnay....

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  • Oven Baked Chilean Sea Bass with Romesco Sauce
    April 19, 2021

    Oven Baked Chilean Sea Bass with Romesco Sauce

        Ingredients for the Romesco Sauce: 1- 1inch slice artisan style bread such as ciabatta or batard. Olive oil to toast bread Sea salt 1/2 cup Marcona almonds roasted 3 medium cloves garlic 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1...

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  • Shrimp Bisque
    April 5, 2021

    Shrimp Bisque

    Make Shrimp Bisque from scratch with our easy recipe that will guarantee smooth, creamy results and deep flavor. Pair this seafood soup with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc. Serves 4 Ingredients: 2 ounces butter 3 Tablespoons all purpose flour 1 1/2 pounds medium...

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  • Apricot Almond Panettone
    December 5, 2020

    Apricot Almond Panettone

    A twist on the classic Italian holiday dessert with a Californian flair. The use of California almonds and dried apricots compliment the Sauternes perfectly. Delicate, fluffy, sweet flavors melt together with the liquid gold. Further enhancing the nutty and ripe stone...

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  • Crispy Crab Cakes
    October 16, 2020

    Crispy Crab Cakes

    These delicious crab cakes are extra crispy because they are quickly dredged in panko before cooking. Serve them with a roasted red pepper aioli and paired with Chardonnay or crisp Sauvignon Blanc to round off your dish.Makes 6 to 8 appetizer...

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