by Melissa Darnay, The Wine Maven | May 25, 2020 | All Things Sourdough, Bread & Crackers, Wine Pairings
Sourdough is the holy grail of bread making. It’s complicated, but this complexity is what makes it taste so darned good. And once you understand the process… you’ve got it for life! Be prepared to practice this, which is arguably the best sourdough bread recipe...
by Melissa Darnay, The Wine Maven | May 24, 2020 | Brunch, Weeknight Meals, Wine Pairings
I was introduced to avocado toast as a teenager. I took one bite and was instantly–and forever–in love. This easy recipe for Avocado Toast is a staple at many brunch spots, including my house. It amazes me that Avocado Toast sells so well at restaurants...
by Melissa Darnay, The Wine Maven | May 19, 2020 | All Things Sourdough, Brunch, Weeknight Meals, Wine Pairings
Some mornings you just wake up craving the taste of Sourdough Crepes. Crepes are ubiquitous in Paris. You can find them everywhere, from street vendors to sidewalk cafes to trendy bistros. In a traditional crepe recipe, you make the batter and then refrigerate it for...
by Melissa Darnay, The Wine Maven | May 17, 2020 | Appetizers, Entrees, Wine Pairings
I am a flavor fanatic, and for the most part, traditional meatballs are too boring for my taste buds. But these meatballs are different. In fact, this is arguably the best meatball recipe ever. This meatball recipe with wine pairing has intense flavor because it...
by Melissa Darnay, The Wine Maven | May 15, 2020 | Desserts, Wine Pairings
Jump to RecipePrint Recipe My husband, Kleriston, is a big fan of rum cakes. Even though he loves to work out, he also has an overactive sweet tooth. He could eat cake for breakfast every day, but since I don’t have his hummingbird-like metabolism, I save the...
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