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Want a dessert party that’s different? How about a wine and cake tasting? As with any other food and wine, the right pairings enhance the enjoyment of both components. So as not to stress the budget, you can make it a co-op party, assigning different cakes and wines to the participants. Select five or so…
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Whether for Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Year’s Eve, Champagne is a tradition in holiday homes; that is, holiday homes with means. Champagne, by far the most famous sparkling wine in the world, is in the highest demand. But can only be produced on limited acreage, the region of Champagne, in northeast France. The worldwide demand…
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[1] Spoon the herb butter sauce over the fillet. [2] Plated with a butter lettuce salad (recipes below). [3] With kale and baby potatoes (photos #1, #2 and #3 © Good Eggs). Last night we had guests over for a simple salmon dinner. It was an impromptu event: Our fishmonger had a sale on…
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Today’s tip is to step outside your comfort zone and try different wines than the standards you serve with particular foods. If you drink wine often, you no doubt have a favorite to drink with your favorite foods, from snacks to mains to desserts. What happens if you step out of your comfort zone? You…
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[1] Rosé sangria, an adieu to the formal summer season (photo courtesy La Marina restaurant | NYC). [2] The many shades of rosé depend upon the grape varietal and the length of skin contact (photo courtesy Jot Dot). We started the summer season with a rose tasting party, and we’re ending it more quietly,…
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