In Tuscany, Red Wine Pairs with Fish #ItalianFWT
Seaside in Italy Exploring Italy (virtually), we have been enjoying lots of meats and pasta. It’s time to move to the coast! In our #ItalianFWT twitter chat last month, the folks at ReDiscover Lambrusco gave me this advice: When you’re at a seaside restaurant, look at the wine at the tables. If all the wine … Continue reading
Emilia Romagna Classic – Tagliatelle con Bolognese Ragù
The Real Pasta and Bolognese Sauce Perfect for a Sunday afternoon, we’re continuing our exploration of the food and wine of Emilia Romagna. Another classic today: Fresh homemade tagliatelle and Bolognese ragù. In Italy, a moderate portion of this dish would form the primi course, followed by a secondi. We’re going to turn this into … Continue reading
Wine & Food Resolution 2015: Italy Deep Dive! #WinePW
Resolutions a Chore? Bah! Losing weight, eating healthier, being a more courteous driver (a multi-year favorite of mine) blah blah blah… Why can’t resolutions be fun? My 2015 resolution started in late 2014 and will likely continue well into 2016, and I’m having fun with it. Maybe you’ll join me? Resolution: Learn Italy in depth … Continue reading
“Our Grand Meander” Walla Walla – Mannina Cellars
Mannina Cellars is a new winery for us. A Minneapolis friend (thanks, B.J.!) who knows our interest in food-friendly wines highly recommended we visit them while in Walla Walla. As a wine touring destination, Walla Walla still has that “diamond in the rough” quality. You won’t see signs like “Tour Bus Parking.” The area still … Continue reading
