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Cranberry Brie Bites
Cranberry Brie Bites are loaded with flavor, warmth, and all the holiday...
The Manhattan: A Timeless Cocktail
The Manhattan cocktail, a timeless and sophisticated classic, has been...
The Best Ginger Cookie Recipe
This recipe is tried and true - the best ginger cookie recipe I have ever...
Cava, Prosecco, and Champagne
When it comes to sparkling wine, three names shine prominently on the...
Vineyard {511} 2015 Cabernet: A Wine That Inspires
Calling all Cabernet lovers and wine aficionados alike! I recently...
A Somm’s Holiday Wine Picks
6 Holiday Wine Picks at a variety of prices for any Holiday occasion you may find yourself at. From 98-point Chardonnays to Nebbiolo Rosés, and impeccable under $50 Cabernets!
2015 Special Edition Rioja from Bodegas Casa Primicia Pensante
In the enchanting region of Rioja, where winemaking is an art, a true gem...
Let’s Talk About Sekt
Yep - Sekt. Today we're talking about Austria and Germany's response to...
Eggy Bread – aka: French Toast
French Toast, a beloved breakfast classic, has been delighting taste buds...
Perfectly Roasted Potatoes
These perfectly roasted potatoes are the best roasted potatoes I think...
Chicken Salad Recipe
This Chicken Salad Recipe is a true kitchen essential, offering endless...
Napa valley: 7 Tips Before You Go
Especially helpful if you've never been to Napa - but even if you have,...
Australian Chardonnay: Penfolds
If you're a Chardonnay lover, consider exploring Australian Chardonnay....
Discover South African Chenin Blanc
Want to expand your wine horizons? Consider exploring South African...
How To Curate A Cellar – Finding The Right Wines To Age
This post is for those who are interested in finding the right wines to...
How To Curate A Cellar
Think of curating a wine cellar like curating your wardrobe. When it...
Baking Soda versus Baking Powder
Baking soda versus baking powder: what's the difference? Baking is a...
Wine Tasting Basics
Wine Tasting Basics: What to Look For In Every Glass If you’re interested...
Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins
Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins have been on my mind for a while now. I...
Holiday Wine Pairings
Make your taste buds jingle all the way with these holiday wine pairings....
7/8/22 Weekly Wine Picks
On the list for 7/8/22 weekly wine picks is a Champagne that pairs with nearly anything on your table, a Rosso from a powerhouse Brunnello producer, and a white that’s the #1 value pick of 2021 wine pick from James Suckling.
7/1/22 Weekly Wine Picks
7/1/22 Wine Access Weekly picks this Week: A Rosé Champagne that will...
Keller’s Buttermilk Biscuits
Why Keller's Buttermilk Biscuits? This recipe is based on Thomas Keller's...
Frosé
Frosé. What could be a better signal of summer than that? It's...
Strawberry Sorbet
It's almost Memorial Day Weekend! Strawberry sorbet made from fresh...
Classic Tiramisu with Marsala and Mascarpone
I love tiramisu in all forms, but the classic combination of ladyfingers,...
Homemade Ladyfingers or Sponge Cake
Homemade ladyfingers are quite easy to make. To make things even easier,...
The Best Easy Pizza Dough
Easy Pizza Dough? Is there really such a thing? Nancy Silverton talks in...
Cinnamon Ice Cream
This is a classic cinnamon ice cream. Egg yolks and a mix of heavy cream...
Review of Martha Stewart Wine Co
As a wine educator, Martha Stewart Wine Co sounded really interesting to...
Portuguese Wine Travels: Villa Rosa Bairrada Baga Wine Review
Portuguese Wine is some of the best and most memorable wine I've ever...
Easy Flourless Chocolate Cake
If you're looking for an easy flourless chocolate cake recipe, look no...
Fall Kale Salad with Roasted Sweet Potato
Sometimes I just crave a good, hearty fall kale salad. Do you? This salad...
Viura: Spanish White Wine Intro
Viura (also known as Macabeo) is a native Spanish white grape that has...
Apple & Squash Soup with Bacon and Ricotta
Apple and Squash Soup means that fall is HERE y'all! I'm going to be...
Aligoté: The Middle Child of Burgundy
Aligoté is the "other" Burgundian white wine. Simply enough, when you...
Classic Beef Chili
Sometimes you just need some classic beef chili. This is a no-frills,...
Healthy Seed & Nut Bars
I am obsessed with these healthy seed and nut bars! They are packed with...
Paleo Pumpkin Spice Muffins
I came up with these paleo pumpkin spice muffins, that are also nut free,...
Grillo: Sicilian White Wine
This Grillo from L'arca was the first bottle of wine I tried from Martha...
Pound Cake Bites – The Best Accident
These accidental pound cake bites came about because it's The Somm Chef's...
Intro to Napa Chardonnay: Chateau Montelena
Chateau Montelena may not be a name you're too familiar with. However,...
Carbonara with Pancetta: Go To Weeknight Meal
Carbonara is an awesome meal for those nights when you don't feel like...
Truffle Pasta Dough
Truffle pasta may sound like a lot of work, but I promise it's actually...
Alexander Valley Cabernet : Jordan 2008 Wine Review
Alexander Valley may not be the first place you think of when you hear...
Peruvian Chicken Skewers and Basil Chimichurri
These Peruvian chicken skewers have a bit of a back story. In October I'm...
Girls Getaway Weekend & The Somm Chef
Hi, Everyone! I am so excited to announce something that I've been...
White Chicken Chili
Chicken chili can sometimes take the back seat to the classic beef chili,...
Barbera, Barbaresco and Barolo: How They Differ
I am pretty excited about this Barbera post because I think there's a ton...
Steak Au Poivre: Steak & Sherry Cream Sauce
Steak Au Poivre is a black pepper-crusted steak that comes with a sherry...
Dairy Free Cilantro Lime Crema
My Cilantro Lime Crema first appeared on my post about my favorite recipe...
End of Summer Wine List: Transition to Fall
With labor day around the corner, I felt it was high time for an end of...
Priorat Wines: 2014 La Petite Agnes
Priorat makes some of the most concentrated wines in the world. Did you...
Spicy Crab Spaghetti with Lemon & Asparagus
Let me first say that this recipe is inspired by one of my family’s favorite restaurants, Ciao Bella in Minnesota. This recipe is also coming from a place of nostalgia…
Ravioli and Bacon Beurre Blanc
Bacon Beurre Blanc takes this pasta to the next level, especially when...
Germany and Georg Albrecht Riesling Wine Review
Riesling can get a bad rap, especially those from Germany. They aren't...
Chicken Satays with Peanut Sauce
Great for a crowd or simple meal for two, chicken satays are an awesome...
Easy Baked Pork Ribs
These easy baked pork ribs are a breeze to make! The spice rub is a piece...
Pan Seared Halibut in Carrot Ginger Broth
Pan Seared Halibut in Carrot Ginger Broth is a summer meal must! It's...
The Loire Valley and Les Deux Tours Wine Review
The Loire Valley is a one of a kind, enormous wine region in northern...
Basil Granita with Heirloom Tomato Salad
This Basil Granita is a showstopper for sure. It's fun to see the wonder...
Irmàna Frappato Wine Review and Sicilian Wines
Welcome to Sicily! One of the craziest wine regions in the world....
Rosé Wine Spritzer
What could be better in Summer than a Rosé wine spritzer? I know you can...
Homemade Hot Fudge – with Espresso
Hot fudge is one of those things you can buy at the store, yes. However,...
Homemade Ricotta
Have you ever made your own ricotta? You'll be amazed at how easy making...
Chablis, Burgundy & Wine Review
photo credit Chablis is a white wine Region with fabulous, bright and...
Fish Tacos with Cilantro Lime Crema
Summer is all about Fish Tacos! I really love all things food, but tacos...
Australian Wine Regions and Semillon
Australian wines are exceptional values and truly coming into their own....
Rosé Berry Betty
↓ Jump To Recipe I present to you the Rosé Berry Betty. A dessert that's...
Lemon Chicken Skewers with Reduced Balsamic
These lemon chicken skewers are great for just 1 or 2 people, but can...
White Burgundy Wine – How to Find Great Values
Let's talk about White Burgundy. 🇫🇷 🇫🇷 You may recognize some of the...
What Temperature Should My Wine Be?
Wine temperatures can confuse the best of us - but does it really matter?...
Famiglia Castellani Chianti Classico Riserva Wine Review & Italian Wine Law (intro)
Phew - that title was a mouthful! Welcome to the beautiful Italian...
Easy Pulled Chicken Sandwiches
Pulled Chicken. It's summer and that means one thing in terms of dinner....
Willm Gewürztraminer Reserve and Alsace
The Willm Gewürztraminer Reserve comes from Alsace - one of my favorite...