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.
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…
This Refreshing Cucumber Mint Vodka Cocktail is easy to make, is made with fresh ingredients and will definitely cool you down this summer. Refreshing Cucumber Mint Cocktail Fresh cucumbers, mint from the garden, vodka and sparkling water make this cocktail light, refreshing and perfect for summer. Well, anytime really. If you look for low calorie Read more…
The Old Fashioned is a classic, very simple to make cocktail. But, how exactly do you Make A Bourbon Old Fashioned Cocktail? I have the steps for you! Cheers! How to Make An Old Fashioned This is a simple to follow recipe for making a bourbon-based Old Fashioned cocktail, one of the original mixed drinks Read more…
As the weather warms up we like to be outside! Pack a picnic to enjoy with your friends and family, but don’t forget the wine. Here are the best picnic wines for under $15. Cheers! Best Picnic Wines For Under $15 Spring and Summer is the perfect time for picnics, beach parties, barbecues, relaxing, and Read more…
Allowing your wine to breathe will actually accept the flavor of the wine. Learn how to let wine breathe and why it’s important. Tips For Letting Wine Breathe Wine, as a living thing, resembles a butterfly. Imprisoned in a glass chrysalis, set free for its brief life and consumed. Like the emerging butterfly, the air Read more…
Wine and cheese pair together perfectly, so why not host a wine and cheese tasting party for friends! Be sure to use these tips for a successful wine and cheese pairing party.
This Easy Vegetarian Pizza is an easy weeknight meal or simple lunch option. Ready in just 15 minutes and completely customizable, this easy pizza recipe will be a family favorite meal. Easy Vegetarian Pizza + Suggested Wine Pairings Pizza is global comfort food! It is synonymous with parties, fun times, and even fancy gourmet dining. Read more…
What exactly is decanting wine? And why do you do it? Decanting wine can enhance the flavor of the wine through aeration. Discover when you should and shouldn’t decant wine. Decanting Wine: How And Why To Decant Wine To decant a wine is to pour it from the bottle into a wide-bodied clear glass vessel. Read more…
You have seen wine aerators, you may have even used a wine aerator. But do you actually know what they do and why wine drinkers use wine aerators? Discover How Wine Aerators Work and why we use them. How Wine Aerators Work In the nineteenth century, the wealthy had their wine decanted by a servant, 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.
