by Melissa Darnay, The Wine Maven | Jul 15, 2020 | Bread & Crackers, Desserts
Jump to Recipe Print Recipe I grew up thinking that banana bread is healthy. After all, everyone called it bread, therefore it had to be healthier than cake. When I became an adult, I became even more confused. Why is banana bread a “bread” and not a...
by Melissa Darnay, The Wine Maven | Jul 7, 2020 | Desserts
Jump to RecipePrint Recipe This recipe is what my neighbors have deemed the best Boston Cream Pie. If you’ve made any of my cakes, you know I love to bake with booze. The alcohol makes the cake incredibly moist and allows it to stay fresher for a longer...
by Melissa Darnay, The Wine Maven | Jun 23, 2020 | Desserts, Wine Pairings
Jump to RecipePrint Recipe I love boozy cakes because they are so moist and have such a long shelf-life. Unlike a traditional rum cake, you can barely taste the booze in this double chocolate rum cake. The Reason for the Rum The rum’s purpose is to keep...
by Melissa Darnay, The Wine Maven | Jun 19, 2020 | Wine Pairings
When I think of Thai curry, my mouth starts to water. After all, Thai curry is full of flavors that light up my tongue. The fragrant curry, the sweet coconut milk, and the spicy chilis make it a favorite for foodies around the world. But the sweetness and spiciness...
by Melissa Darnay, The Wine Maven | Jun 15, 2020 | Wine Basics
In the war of the taste buds, wine drinkers are quick to choose sides. Wine lovers either prefer the understated earthiness of old-world style wines or the fruit-forward nature of new-world wines. It’s rare for anyone who drinks wine on a regular basis not to have an...
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