non-alcoholic vegan pairings

4 minute read Obviously, as the wino-in-residence running this account, I don’t take issue with alcohol consumption (in moderation). I enjoy the complexity and stories behind alcoholic beverages. I enjoy them as a way to enhance a meal. I enjoy them as an opportunity to connect with others.  Clearly, wine is a passion of mine,ContinueContinue reading “non-alcoholic vegan pairings”

german sekt with vegan caviar

4 minute read Jump to section: the wine || the pairing || the recipe In this post, I’m celebrating the two European countries I’ve called home since leaving the U.S. four years ago (::cue homesick wailing::). One of my favorite commonalities between both Norway and Germany is the normalcy of enjoying sparkling wine everyday. InContinueContinue reading “german sekt with vegan caviar”

italian verdicchio with vietnamese cha gio

3 minute read Jump to section: the wine || the pairing || the recipe White wines aren’t the first thing that come to mind when we think of warming up in the winter. They are perhaps better known for their cooling characteristics: palate-refreshing flavors, mouth-watering acidity, and a bit lower alcohol than reds and fortifieds.ContinueContinue reading “italian verdicchio with vietnamese cha gio”

lebanese red blend with chipotle chili

3 minute read Jump to section: the wine || the pairing || the recipe We’re in the thick of the coldest part of the year and (shame on me) I haven’t finished posting about cold-weather wines and the foods that best accompany them. So I’ll get a few posts out in the next week thatContinueContinue reading “lebanese red blend with chipotle chili”

amontillado sherry with deconstructed green bean casserole

5 minute read Jump to section: about the wine || about the pairing || recipe To those who know me, my love for sherry is no surprise. For those who don’t know me, it’s a conversation stopper. Literally. A few months ago, I sat at my first ever job interview in German. After seriously embarrassingContinueContinue reading “amontillado sherry with deconstructed green bean casserole”