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Wine Wednesday: Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon & Sauvignon Blanc for Post-Golf

Maris Callahan — Wed, 24 May 2017 04:56:09 +0000

Memorial Day weekend – the unofficial kickoff to summer – is right around the corner. For most of us, that means it’s time to head outdoors to enjoy our favorite outdoor activities. In our household, Im more of a drinking wine by the pool or on the rooftop deck kind of outdoors lover, but Brad likes outdoor activities that are…you know, activities — hitting golf balls, going to baseball games, camping. Luckily, Gran Reserva is the perfect wine for sipping outdoors — especially after your golf outing. Why do I say that when there are hundreds of wine you could sip after your golf game? Bonus! Enjoy a $25 credit on a round of golf at major golf courses nationwide courtesy of Concha y Toro Gran Reserva. Find a specially marked bottle necker where you buy wine. And you can also enter the Tee Time sweepstakes to win – one year of free golf. I love to incorporate great food and drinks into just about every occasion. In my opinion, a homemade gluten-free chocolate naked cake will take a birthday party up a notch, while a festive wine and cheese spread will make a post-golf sip and snack feel like a special event. Last […]

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11 French Cheeses Everyone Should Know

Maris Callahan — Mon, 24 Nov 2014 05:00:04 +0000

Wine and cheese is arguably one of the most popular combinations for hostesses. It’s perfect for crowds, can be customized to any budget and generally easy to cater to just about any palate. We love to create basic wine and cheese plates as well as Italian charcuterie and cheese boards, but let’s be honest: no one does fromage like the French. We recently experienced a lovely cheese tasting party with our friends from The Cheeses of Europe, where we sampled everything from Delice de Bourgogne to Bleu D’Auvergne and many more in between. Even though most people love cheese, few of us know the difference between basic varieties and even fewer of us know how to pair them with wines or even other cheeses. Before you start compiling your cheese plate, get to know the difference between some of the most common French cheeses everyone should know and your next foray with the fromagerie will be c’est du tout cuit. Delice de Bourgogne Originating in the Burgundy region of France, Delice de Bourgogne is a cow’s milk cheese with a white, bloomy rind and an ivory paste. It’s soft-ripened and aged about four weeks, resulting in a smooth texture that varies from creamy near the rind to whipped, like butter, […]

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How To: Create a Cheese Plate

Rebecca McCarthy — Thu, 24 Apr 2014 17:00:31 +0000

Wine and cheese is one of the most popular pairings for entertaining at home. Or, you know, hanging out on the couch alone on a Saturday night. Either way, pairing wine and cheese can be intimidating when there is so much information out there about how to select and serve your perfect pairings. We’ve called upon some of the cheesiest pros we know to help you navigate the cheese counter from the brie to the gouda. “It is always good to consider contrasts in both flavor and texture when serving cheeses. However, the context of the occasion, usually deserves the most thought,” said Matt Reilly, cheesemonger at Eataly Chicago. “Consider making selections based on the significance of the cheese’s origin. This honors the occasion by choosing cheeses that come from the same place as an important guest’s family or a place that you visited with your guest. Sense memories add depth to any occasion, and choosing a cheese that draws on memories not only brings you back to a special place, but also acts as a springboard for conversation.” 1. Decide when you want to serve your cheese plate. If you are hosting a casual cocktail party for a large group of people, serve […]

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