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.

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Carrot Salad with Green Grapes, Coriander and Ricotta Salata

This vibrant salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that's perfect for any occasion. The sweetness of the carrots and grapes is balanced by the earthy coriander and salty ricotta salata. This salad is salty, sweet, and savory in the right ways, plus a supremely crunchy texture make...

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Grass-Fed Burger with Avocado and Chipotle Mayonnaise

Buttery avocados make any sandwich better, and they put this burger over the top. Grass-fed beef ca...

Potato Focaccia with Olives and Rosemary

Welcome guests to your home for dinner with a glass of California rosé and a slice of warm olive f...

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

Everybody loves ramen. The noodles are slippery and satisfying, the broth nourishing, and it’s ok...

Roast Chicken with Meyer Lemon and Smoked Paprika

Spain’s aromatic pimentón de la Vera (smoked paprika) gives these succulent chicken thighs a dee...

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...

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