With warm weather upon us, outdoor entertaining becomes the rule and informal dishes make it easier on everyone. Here is a go-to plate which does not take too much preparation but delivers big on flavor. Moreover, it pairs well with Taft Street Rose of Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc – two of our summertime favorites. […]
Chicken and Cucumber Wraps With Ginger Vinaigrette Read More »
We’ll be serving these at our 31st birthday celebration this weekend. The recipe multiplies easily. Taft Street Russian River Pinot Noir goes especially well with these. INGREDIENTS: 4 ounces smoked salmon ¼ cup chopped red onion 2 tablespoons capers 1 cup softened cream cheese Zest from 1 lemon 4-5 drops sriracha sauce Fresh dill sprigs
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There is still time to enjoy the heartiness of winter salads with your favorite grilled or braised meats. Here is a simple yet tasty salad which utilizes only a handful of ingredients. Ingredients: 1 bundle Tuscan Kale 1 small radicchio ½ cup almonds, chopped Dressing: 1 tablespoon grated ginger 1 tablespoon soy sauce 2 tablespoons
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This is a nice twist on white chili. The chocolate and coffee add an extra layer of flavor, which nicely complements a spicy red – Taft Street 2009 Dry Creek Valley Syrah comes to mind. Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 onion, chopped 1 teaspoon ground oregano 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 cup chili powder
Turkey Chili with White Beans, Chocolate and Coffee Read More »
We cooked these for Thanksgiving and they were a big hit. They match well with many winter dishes – roasts, soups, and the like. Plus, they really work with our current house favorite – Taft Street 2011 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir! Ingredients: 1 cup whole milk 2 large eggs 2 tablespoons melted butter 1
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Fall is upon us, and heartier dishes with red wine fit the bill. Here’s a festive vegetarian dish that works with a number of red wines – I particularly like the 2009 Dry Creek Syrah. 2009 Dry Creek Syrah. INGREDIENTS 12 ounce puff pastry 3 head garlic, peeled 1 tablespoon olive oil 1tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Last week we hosted a group of judges and officials from the annual Sonoma County Harvest Fair. We decided to go whole hog, so here’s what we did. We called our friend and neighbor Lou Preston, who supplied us with a 74 pound (dressed) pig. We took her to the winery where we put her
We served these little beauties at a recent wine/food pairing event involving our neighboring wineries (GRILL 116). INGREDIENTS: 2 tablespoons lime juice 4 tablespoons fish sauce 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 pound ground chicken ½ cup minced shallots 1 piece sliced bread, soaked in milk, drained and crumpled 1 clove garlic,
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The time is now! The Taft Street harvest for 2012 begins Wednesday, September 5th, when our first grapes arrive. This year the honors go to Russian River Valley Pinot Gris and Russian River Valley Pinot Noir. In another week we’ll be in full swing. So far everything looks good, including the weather report! Winemaker Evelyn
This one has summer written all over it. Fresh blackberries (any berry will do), our favorite Rose (currently the 2011 Taft Street Sonoma County Rose of Pinot Noir), and simple syrup add up to a refreshing end to any meal. It’s also great by itself. INGREDIENTS: 2 cups fresh blackberries 2 cups Rose of Pinot
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