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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Seared Duck Breasts with Port and Cherry Sauce

Cooking duck breasts slowly, skin side down, helps eliminate almost every speck of fat. After about...

Ramen with Asparagus, Shiitake, and Edamame

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Roast Chicken with Meyer Lemon and Smoked Paprika

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Little Gem Lettuces with Olive Oil-Poached Tuna

This dish requires a lot of olive oil for poaching, but you won’t waste a drop. Use some of the f...

Shaved Asparagus and Arugula Salad with Ricotta Salata

A light and delicious salad perfect for a warm evening. Pick up a rotisserie chicken from the marke...

Riesling-Poached Pear with Caramel Sauce

Share a silky, wine-poached pear with your sweetheart on Valentine’s Day. Both the pear and the l...

Pochierte Riesling-Birne mit Karamelsauce

Gönnen Sie sich und Ihrem Lieblingsmenschen zum Valentinstag eine herrlich weiche, in Wein pochier...

Chicken-Chipotle Posole with Avocado and Lime

A rich broth, moist hand-shredded chicken and smoky chipotle make this posole a standout. And you�...

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