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.
Try to figure out how to choose the right wine to go with dinner? Let me help! Here are some recommendations for Choosing The Right Wine To Go With Your Meal. Choosing The Right Wine To Go With Your Meal Relaxing with a meal from the backyard barbecue doesn’t mean you have to settle for Read more…
Bibich Winery in Croatia is a family-friendly winery enveloped in beautiful surroundings that pours traditional Croatian wines. You will see why Anthony Bourdain loved this winery as well. Bibich Winery Indigenous Wines in the Heart of Croatia Croatia is no longer the off-the-beaten-track European destination it once was. The stunning Dalmatian coast, with its 1000+ Read more…
It may seem overwhelming deciding on food and wine pairings, but it doesn’t have to be. Here are some food and wine pairing basics to help you along the way. Food and Wine Pairing Basics There is nothing better than sitting down to a delicious meal, and that meal can be made even better with Read more…
Ring in the New Year or any day with this incredible ChocoChata Martini! Easy to make and oh so delicious, your guests will love it. While this post is sponsored by Voortman Bakery, all opinions and the recipe are my own. ChocoChata Martini The holidays are coming! That means decorating, holiday shopping, cooking, cleaning, then Read more…
Amarone is one of Italy’s most unique wines. The grapes used to blend this noble drink grow only in the lush hills of Valpolicella just north of Verona. Learn more about Amarone Wine. An Introduction To Amarone Wine There are so many incredible wines in the world. Amarone is one of them. My husband and Read more…
Malbec is a fruit forward medium-bodied red wine that is mostly from Argentina. Malbec is also an affordable red wine. Learn more about Argentina’s signature wine. An Introduction To Argentina’s Malbec Argentina’s vineyards are predominately filled with the Malbec grape. The Malbec grape is considered to be Argentina’s most important grape. Malbec is now one Read more…
Finding the right wine for the right occasion can be confusing, thankfully there are plenty of wine apps to help you out with all things wine-related. Discover the best wine apps for wine lovers. Best Wine Apps For Wine Lovers There seems to be an app for everything these days and wine is no exception! Read more…
France produces many great wines from many outstanding wine regions. Learn more about Burgundy wines and the Burgundy Wine Regions. The wines of Burgundy, France, can be traced to sixth-century monastic vintners. In Burgundy, thousands of growers produce small yields on tiny land parcels, the carefully managed vineyards produce great varieties of red and white Read more…
Would you like a glass of champagne? There is nothing quite like a glass of bubbly. But what actually causes the bubbles in champagne? Learn now! Cheers! What Causes Bubbles In Champagne? Champagne. Not so much sparkling wine as a luxury force of nature. We all know that champagne bottles open with a bit of Read more…
If you are looking for a sweet twist on the traditional Moscow Mule, this Toasted Butterscotch Maple Mule is it! A little sweet, a little heat and a whole lot of yum. Cheers! Toasted Butterscotch Maple Mule It’s the time of year where I like to spend a little time in the kitchen creating fun 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.
