Whether weโre celebrating a special occasion, or just the fact we made it to Friday, wine can make any day just a little more memorable. Red. White. Rosรฉ. Champagne. Each one has something unique to bring to the table. Letโs use wine to spark memories, heighten our food experiences, or just enjoy a glass or two together.
Chocolate and wine go beautifully together, but some wines go better with different chocolate. Read on to see how to pair wine with chocolate and maybe you’ll find your next favorite wine and chocolate pairing! How To Pair Wine With Chocolate | Wine & Chocolate Pairings Wine. The elegant, preferred beverage of gods. Jesus turned Read more…
Cooler nights call for warmer drinks. If you love hot chocolate, you will love spiked hot cocoa. Read on to see how to make the perfect boozy hot chocolate. How To Make The Best Boozy Hot Chocolate Is there anything tastier than hot cocoa on a cool evening? I can think of one thing – Read more…
The Red Wine Antioxidant, resveratrol, in red wine comes from the skin of grapes. Resveratrol may have health-promoting benefits. Learn more about the red wine antioxidant. The Red Wine Antioxidant Resveratrol : Benefits and Side Effects Though generally considered safe and effective, human studies of resveratrol’s effects are still very limited. This red wine antioxidant Read more…
Asian cuisine is known for their delicate balance of flavors to create incredible dishes. Here are some tips for pairing wine with Asian food such as: Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese, Indian cuisine. Tips For Pairing Wine With Asian Food Wines made from grapes are foreign to Asia (though some are now being grown and Read more…
Looking for the perfect martini to celebrate a special occasion? Or just to celebrate TODAY? Then this Pink Diamond martini is it! Ready in just 2 minutes, it’s made with CK Mondavi & Family Pinot Grigio, vodka and fresh pummelo juice. Cheers! I am a proud CK Mondavi and Family Ambassador, while this post is Read more…
Minnesota is known for its pristine lakes and forests, and is home to the Twin Cities: Saint Paul and Minneapolis. You may not think of wine when you think of Minnesota due to the cold climate, but they do have some amazing wineries! Here are some of the best wineries in Minnesota to visit. 5 Read more…
Sip on summer with this Ocean Waves Vodka Wine Cocktail. Imagine the ocean waves and relax with this beautifully blue citrus cocktail that is perfect for summer. Ocean Waves Vodka Wine Cocktail Summer is in full swing and the temperatures are definitely warm, and one of the best ways to cool down is with a Read more…
Grab some cherries, vodka and sparkling water and let’s make your new favorite vodka cocktail! Ready in just a few minutes, you will be sipping and relaxing poolside in no time. Simply Sparkling Cherry Vodka Cocktail Summertime and the living’s easy…and the cocktails are light and refreshing. Summers are made for fun in the sun, Read more…
Summer is made for BBQs, wine, and spending time outside! Fire up the grill and check out how this guide on pairing wines with BBQs. And grab an incredible Strawberry Sangria recipe that you can enjoy all summer long. Pairing Wines With BBQs + Summer Strawberry Sangria Recipe The weather is heating up as summer Read more…
Does Colorado make wine? Yes! Learn about Colorado Wine and some of the breathtaking wineries to visit in Colorado. An Introduction To Colorado Wine My family and I are planning a trip to Colorado, our first time ever visiting! My parents went to Colorado for their honeymoon and then again for their 45th wedding anniversary. Read more…
Whether weโre celebrating a special occasion, or just the fact we made it to Friday, wine can make any day just a little more memorable. Red. White. Rosรฉ. Champagne. Pop the cork on that bottle of champagne from France and celebrate today! After all, wine, champagne, and cocktails are made to be enjoyed with good friends and delicious food. I believe in celebrating every moment.
Each wine varietal has something unique to bring to the table. Or should I say wine glass? Swirl a glass of a deep Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. Inhale deeply, close your eyes, and just imagine the full-bodied red wine as itโs being aged to perfection in the bottle for you to enjoy. Go ahead and sip that beautiful, rich red wine and notice the high tannins and acidity. Uncork a Sonoma Valley Pinot Noir or Chardonnay, let your wine breathe, and then take a moment to fully appreciate the medium-bodied “lighter” flavors of these very popular red and white wines.
Pinot Grigio and Sauvignon Blanc are crisp white wines that are enjoyed all year long, but they are especially refreshing when served ice cold during those hot summer months. Rosรฉ is becoming more popular by the day, and that’s completely understandable due to its versatility in pairing, and crisp yet dry profile. And, let’s be honest, it has a beautiful color. Rosรฉ wine is also used in wine cocktails frequently, Frosรฉ anyone?
Speaking of cocktails, you will also find incredible cocktail recipes here on Food Wine Sunshine to help you lift your spirits with every season and the holidays that come with them. Discover how a simple syrup or easy to make mixers can transform an otherwise boring drink into a cocktail that is truly extraordinary. Letโs use wine and cocktails the way they were meant to be enjoyed โ to spark memories, heighten our food experiences, and enjoy some time together.
