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Today’s visit on my Naramata Bench trip gave me a bonus. Besides tasting wine, I also enjoyed some cheese pairings. Upper Bench Estate Winery & Creamery is the place to go as they make their own cheeses, which you can also buy. Yes, I bought cheese to take home. I spoke with Josh Edwards, their winemaker, before tasting the wines. …
Although the main purpose of my visit to the Okanagan was to visit Naramata Bench wineries, I made a side trip to Okanagan Falls. Meyer Family Vineyards in Okanagan Falls was the first winery I visited on my Fall trip to the Okanagan. I love Pinot Noir and Meyer Family is one of my favourite Pinot producers. I sat outside…
Cooking with wine is a time-honoured tradition that adds depth, complexity, and richness to a variety of dishes. Whether you’re deglazing a pan, marinating meat, or creating a sumptuous sauce, wine can enhance the flavours of your food in remarkable ways. Let’s explore the types of wine commonly used in cooking, some classic dishes that feature wine, and a few…
The art of pairing wine and cheese is a delicate dance of flavours, where each element elevates the other to new heights of sensory pleasure. Imagine the velvety texture of a rich, aged cheese melting on your tongue, complemented perfectly by the nuanced layers of a carefully chosen wine. Together, wine and cheese transform into an experience that transcends mere…
Last night Richard Vanfoodster and I had a wonderful dinner at Collective Goods Bistro enjoying their dishes with a flight of BC’s Solvero Wines. The winemaker, Alison Moyes, was there to talk to us about the wines and the winery. We had her Solvero Wines Pinot Gris 2023, Rosé 2023, Chardonnay 2022, and Pinot Noir 2020. It was fun trying…
The history of pairing wine with chocolates traces back to the early 20th century when connoisseurs began exploring the complementary flavours of these two treats. Over time, as both the appreciation for fine wines and the art of chocolate-making evolved, so did the understanding of how different wine characteristics interact with various types of chocolates. By the mid-20th century, chefs…
It’s hot! Darn out outside. No time to spend cooking inside. Time for the BBQ. I was thinking of grilling some prime rib beef burgers I recently purchased and enjoyed them with BC’s Mayhem Wines Cabernet Merlot 2022. Let me tell you about the wine and then the pairing. My Wine Tasting Notes Mayhem Wines Cabernet Merlot 2022 (BC $24.44)…
Pairing wine with seafood is an art that enhances the dining experience by harmonizing flavours and textures. When done well, the right wine can accentuate the delicate sweetness of seafood or balance its richness, creating a symphony of tastes on the palate. The acidity of the wine can refresh the palate between bites, while its fruitiness can complement the natural…
This post came in my email from the Comité Champagne and I thought I would pass along this information on which style of Champagne to pair with your picnic dishes. Also great timing for Canada Day. Enjoy. ~~~~~ From the café culture of Paris to year-round patio suppers in Provence, the French have perfected the art of enjoying food and…
Summer is the time to enjoy BC seafood and BC wine together on your patio with your friends. That is exactly what I did with Township 7’s Provenance Series Rosé and Pinot Gris 2023. In general rosé and Pinot Gris wines tend to be fresh and best enjoyed upon opening, without decanting. For these tasting notes, that is just what…
