by Melissa Darnay, The Wine Maven | Jan 31, 2020 | Wine Pairings
I recently opened a coveted bottle of wine–the 2004 Amon Ra Shiraz. I had friends in town and we were filming one of my weekly YouTube videos. (Click here to see the video.) When I opened the 2004 Amon Ra, I knew I had to pair it with lamb chops… or what I...
by Melissa Darnay, The Wine Maven | Jan 30, 2020 | Uncategorized
Nothing says “special occasion” like lobster. When you’re celebrating a special event, lobster lovers will always gravitate toward ordering lobster. But because lobster if pricey, sometimes you choose it… and sometimes you get something else...
by Melissa Darnay, The Wine Maven | Jan 29, 2020 | Wine Pairings
Jump to Recipe Print Recipe I live on the beach in Panama where wellness is on everyone’s mind. But even when I didn’t, January always marked the start of “Get In Shape for Bathing Suit Season.” This is hard when you’re a...
by Melissa Darnay, The Wine Maven | Jan 27, 2020 | Wine Pairings
I’ve always loved tomato basil soup, but most recipes call for too much cream. If I’m going to add that many fat calories to my day, it’s going to be with something decadent like Triple Chocolate Cheesecake. In my mind, when I’m eating something that is chalk-full of...
by Melissa Darnay, The Wine Maven | Jan 26, 2020 | Wine Pairings
This is NOT a hot creamy dip that you’ll get as an appetizer at a chain restaurant. This is an dip that you’ll find in Mama’s house in Italy. It is served at room temperature, and is simple, elegant, and tastes like summer in the Mediterranean. Once you try it,...
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