Recipes

Sunny, laid back and wine-friendly. That’s our vibe here in California and our cuisine is no exception. Enjoy these fresh, seasonal recipes that pair perfectly with your favorite California wines.

Dessert

Nutty Apple Bread with Honey Walnuts

This nutty apple bread is buttery and cake-like with plenty of apples and crunchy walnuts dotted throughout each slice. There’s so much flavor from the juicy apples and crunchy walnuts that you really don’t need a glaze or honey-candied walnuts. Still, if you want to try either, take ...

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Crab Rangoon

Legend has it that Crab Rangoon was created in San Francisco at Trader Vic’s in the 1950s. This c...

Blue Cheese and Walnut Stuffed California Figs

Figs, blue cheese and walnuts soar in this wine-friendly appetizer. Invite a few friends to drop by...

Grilled Fish Tacos

You can use any kind of fish for these grilled tacos, or shrimp if you prefer. Pacific halibut is l...

Chilled Asian Noodles with Shrimp

Chilled noodles and chilled wine are the ultimate combo for the Summertime! In this vibrant Asian-i...

Tuna Poké Bowl

Looking for a taste of Hawaii but craving that California flair? Try this easy Poke Bowl Recipe pac...

Grilled Nectarine Salad with Arugula, Prosciutto, and Corn

August is prime time for California nectarines, peaches, and plums—all considered “stone fruits...

Grilled Five-Spice Chicken with Cucumber Peanut Salad

Vietnamese chefs introduced Californians to the delights of five-spice chicken, and the dish is now...

Ricotta Blueberry Pancakes with Blueberry Sauce

Make these fluffy pancakes the centerpiece of a Mother’s Day brunch or serve them to weekend gues...

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