It’s that time of year again folks. After a disastrous crab season last year, it looks as though things are back to normal. The rainy season will be compensated this year not only by the play of the Golden State Warriors but also by the delicious treat of Dungeness crab (and Taft Street Chardonnay). INGREDIENTS: 1 […]
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Here is a seasonal dessert that makes a natural contribution to the holiday table. It’s not too sweet, so a medium-bodied red like the Taft Street 2013 Alexander Valley Merlot would be an appropriate complement. INGREDIENTS: ½ cup butter, softened 1 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 tablespoon vanilla 2 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking soda
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At our recent annual Tomato Tasting we found ourselves long on a few items – French bread, fresh figs and pears. We had also just discovered a great local cheese called Flower Power; a fresh lactic cow cheese speckled with bee pollen. This was the result – a big hit! INGREDIENTS: 1 baguette 12 fresh
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I recently had the good fortune of being a judge in the restaurant competition at this year’s Sonoma County Harvest Fair. Perhaps the most interesting flavor I encountered was aji amarillo sauce, a spicy but not incendiary sauce which topped a Peruvian empanada. The sauce works well on most grilled meats, and is terrific paired
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I am currently on a Korean barbeque jag, and this spicy sauce is an integral part of the experience. Plus, you can use it on most grilled meats. A stand-up wine like our Alexander Valley Merlot or a well-chilled glass of Rose of Pinot Noir would complete the experience. INGREDIENTS: ½ cup sliced scallions 3
We usually have a crowd around the place on 4th of July weekend, and with a variety of fruits at the height of their season, it’s a no-brainer to whip up a few pies. We use apples, berries, apricots and peaches. INGREDIENTS: 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (see below) 1 cup sour cream ¾
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Summer means casual, and falafels fit the bill. There is no need to buy pre-mixed ingredients when everything you need is readily available. A couple of falafels in pita bread washed down with a glass of Taft Street Sauvignon Blanc or Rose of Pinot Noir is casual living at its finest. INGREDIENTS: 2 14 ounce cans
I’m a sucker for fresh fish, and everything is better with bacon. This recipe combines the two, and when washed down with a class of Taft Street Russian River Sauvignon Blanc satisfaction is achieved. INGREDIENTS: 1 pound fresh fish (I like rock cod) 2/3 cup bread crumbs ½ cup milk 1 egg A handful of cilantro
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Just returned from a quick visit to Mexico, and couldn’t get enough of the grilled fresh seafood. Here was one of my favorites, which will be enhanced by a glass of Taft Street Sauvignon Blanc as well as a cervesa or margarita. INGREDIENTS: 2 tablespoons olive oil One cleaned octopus, head and tentacles separated 3
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Last week at a Board of Directors’ meeting, I took some time to make authentic enchiladas – no canned food included! The dish was well received and will no doubt be served again and again. Our 2013 Alexander Merlot goes especially well with this spicy fare. INGREDIENTS: 4 guajillo peppers, stemmed and seeded 4 ancho
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