11 Best wines for beginners plus tips on how to start drinking wine
If you want to like wine, but you don’t know where to start, this post is for you. What is the best wine for beginners? Here’s a list of the best white and red wines to drink as a beginner. If you’re new to wine, you might also enjoy these tips on how to start drinking wine and get to know your palate.
This is the best steak crostini recipe. Pair these crostini with your favorite Cabernet Sauvignon for an elevated date-night-in or bring these along with you to a party and be the most popular guest of the evening. Keep reading this post to find the full recipe, learn some fun facts about Cabernet Sauvignon, and discover why this food and wine pairing works so well.
Read MoreFor me, the best Valentine’s Day wine and food pairings are simple and delicious, yet elevated. And these three appetizer recipes and wine pairings are just that. You might be wondering, “What wine do people drink on Valentine’s Day?” And while there’s no right or wrong answer here, I like to suggest choosing a wine based on the meal you’re planning to eat. Keep reading this post to find the full recipes for all three appetizers, along with wine recommendations for each variety, and discover why these food and wine pairings work so well.
Read MoreThese BBQ Chicken Baked Taquitos are so easy to make for guests, and when paired with a juicy Merlot, they taste even better. If you’re looking for the perfect appetizer to serve for Super Bowl Sunday, or any game day party, look no further than these chicken taquitos. Keep reading this post to find the full recipe, learn some fun facts about Merlot, and discover why this food and wine pairing works so well.
Read MoreThis simple linguine with clams recipe comes together in under thirty minutes and is sure to please your next wine dinner party guests. My suggestion: pair this meal with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc from Touraine, France. Keep reading this post to find the best linguine with clams recipe, learn about France’s Touraine wine region, and find out why Sauvignon Blanc is the perfect pairing for this easy seafood pasta.
Read MoreWhether you’re planning romantic date night, lounging with your gals, or just treating yourself, here are the best wines to celebrate Valentine’s Day with this year. These bottles would make the perfect Valentine's Day gift for that special someone. Plus, I've included some food pairing suggestions to help you get inspired and plan the perfect date-night-in.
Read MoreWhat wines are good for Thanksgiving? To be honest, Thanksgiving can be a sommelier’s nightmare. But don’t worry, I’m here to help! Follow this Thanksgiving wine guide to find wines that will make your guests happy and pair with anything from turkey to green bean casserole or your aunt’s famous mac and cheese. Here are 5 tips to help you find the best wines to serve at your Thanksgiving dinner this year.
Read MoreHave you ever dreamed of having dinner at a château in Bordeaux, France? I got to check this off my bucket list with a wine tasting and wine pairing dinner at Château Ambe Tour Pourret in Saint-Émilion, France. We enjoyed a home-cooked meal alongside organically grown Bordeaux wines, and spent time getting to know the owners of this historic Right Bank winery, the Lannoye family.
Read MoreDid you know only about 14% of wineries in California have women as their lead winemakers? Supporting women in the wine industry is important to me because we’ve been underrepresented in the industry for so long, and it’s time to change that. Here are some of my favorite woman-made wines that you should seek out, along with food pairing suggestions, and what makes these female-owned wine brands special.
Whether you’re staying in the Santa Ynez Valley, Santa Maria, Alisos Canyon, or nearby, these restaurants are a must for your next visit to Santa Barbara wine country. Because let’s be real, wine country trips are all about the food, too. I’m sharing the best restaurants for breakfast, lunch, and dinner for a delicious weekend in Santa Barbara wine country.
Read MoreLinguine alle Vongole, or Linguine with Clams, is one of my favorite pasta recipes to make at home. Here’s how to make my go-to linguine with clams recipe, a rosé pairing and why this food and wine pairing works, plus other wine suggestions to match with your summer seafood dishes.
Read MoreFor me, ideal white wines for summer are light-to-medium in body, high in acid (crisp), fruit-forward (but dry), and perfect for pairing with summer activities and dishes. If you enjoy a refreshing glass of Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio, here are the perfect alternatives for when you’re looking to try something new, plus what they taste like, where they come from, and summer food and wine pairings.
Whether you’re planning a date night at home, a virtual Galentine’s celebration, or a much-deserved self-care day, I’ve got the perfect Valentine’s Day wine in mind for you! Check out my top picks for Valentine’s Day, plus food pairing ideas to go with each bottle.
Read MoreWine and cheese are simply two of my favorite things. The best part is, when you find a wine and cheese pairing that succeeds, the two work together to make each other taste even better....how is that possible? Here are some food and wine pairing guidelines, along with four red wine and cheese pairings you have to taste.
Read MoreI’ve rounded up my top 16 holiday gifts for every wine lover. I know the wine world is intimidating if you don’t know much about it, so I’ve created this simple guide for you to peruse and pick something your loved one (or you) might like. Happy shopping!
Read MoreWho says you can only drink white wine in the spring and summer?? As the holidays approach, I like to switch up my white-wine-drinking from light-bodied, fruity styles to more full-bodied, often nuttier, white wines. Here are 10 white wine recommendations and food pairings to ensure you have a cozy fall and winter.
Read MoreThanksgiving is a nightmare of a meal to pair wines with. I’ve done the work for you, so all you have to do is grab at least one bottle of each of these styles and you’re set for an incredible night with amazing food and wine. This guide is complete with my specific wine recommendations, too!
Read MoreWhen you look at a beautifully curated cheese platter, I know it can be intimidating. But here I’ve broken it down to 6 easy steps that will help you make the perfect, seasonal cheeseboard for any occasion.
Read MoreIt’s officially rosé season! Rosé is refreshing, delicious, and super versatile when it comes to food and wine pairing!If you’re looking for some new rosé wines to taste, check out my 12 top rosé wines for this summer.
Read MoreStock your fridge for summer with these refreshing wines. I love sipping rosé, refreshing white wines, and lighter-bodied reds all summer long. Here are my top 5 go-to wines for the warm weather months.
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