Whether we’re 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. Rosé. Champagne. Each one has something unique to bring to the table. Let’s use wine to spark memories, heighten our food experiences, or just enjoy a glass or two together.
Here are some tips for How To Pair Food With Sparkling Wine and Champagne. Grab a glass of bubbly and learn which foods go best with this delectable wine! Cheers! Tips For How To Pair Food With Sparkling Wine and Champagne In the Champagne region of France, sparkling wine is believed to pair well with Read more…
Looking for an incredible cocktail recipe? Well, I have several for you to choose from. Several Long Island Iced Tea Variations to be exact. Which one will be your favorite? Of course, I recommend trying them all! Long Island Iced Tea Variation Ideas There is something about a Long Island Iced Tea that instantly takes Read more…
Made with fresh pineapple, vodka and rum this pineapple cocktail is a tropical delight! Enjoy this Pineapple Island Crush Cocktail all summer long. Cheers! Pineapple Island Crush Cocktail Summer is officially here and what better way to celebrate than with a tropical cocktail? Sip on this Pineapple Island Crush Cocktail and you will immediately be Read more…
Planning some summer parties? Here are some tips for throwing a successful block party plus some must-serve recipes and wine pairings. While this post is sponsored by CK Mondavi and Family Wines, all opinions, tips and recipes are my own! The Best BBQ Beef Sliders and Dessert For Your Neighborhood Block Party How To Plan Read more…
Florida is home to over 200 breweries where you will find craft beers of all kinds. Here are some of the best Florida Breweries to check out. Your favorite not on the list? Be sure to comment and let us know! Top 10 Florida Breweries to Check Out If you consider yourself a craft beer Read more…
I have your next favorite blueberry cocktail right here. Made with homemade blueberry simple syrup, vodka and Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine cocktail is sweet, dry perfection. Cheers! While this post is sponsored by CK Mondavi and Family Wines and Noble Citrus, the recipe and my love for an incredible wine cocktail are my own. Call Read more…
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…
Whether we’re 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. Rosé. 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 it’s 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. Rosé 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. Rosé wine is also used in wine cocktails frequently, Frosé 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. Let’s use wine and cocktails the way they were meant to be enjoyed – to spark memories, heighten our food experiences, and enjoy some time together.
