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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.

Crab Cakes with Fennel, Watercress, and Blood Orange-Chive Aioli

Crab Cakes with Fennel, Watercress, and Blood Orange-Chive Aioli

These crab cakes are fresh, delicate and lightly bound with baby shrimp, which amplify the crab’s...

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Filet Mignons with Blue Cheese Butter and Cranberry Zinfandel Sauce Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Filet Mignons with Blue Cheese Butter and Cranberry Zinfandel Sauce Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

These tender filet mignon steaks are napped with a rosemary-infused red wine reduction and topped w...

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White Wine and Cider Brined Roasted Turkey with Swiss Chard, Sausage, Apple, and Dried Plum Stuffing

White Wine and Cider Brined Roasted Turkey with Swiss Chard, Sausage, Apple, and Dried Plum Stuffing

A fruity cider and white wine steeped brine is key to this moist and flavorful turkey. Begin the br...

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Pan-Seared Salmon “Puttanesca” with Tomatoes, Black Olives, Lemon, and Basil

Pan-Seared Salmon “Puttanesca” with Tomatoes, Black Olives, Lemon, and Basil

A fresh version of a robust Italian puttanesca sauce, infused with lemon and basil, is a bright com...

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Homemade Pizza with Figs, Prosciutto, Arugula, and Fresh Mozzarella

Homemade Pizza with Figs, Prosciutto, Arugula, and Fresh Mozzarella

Caramelized figs, oozing cheese, salty prosciutto, and fresh arugula are a delightful combination o...

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Grilled Shrimp Tostadas with Tomato-Corn Salsa, Guacamole, and Lime

Grilled Shrimp Tostadas with Tomato-Corn Salsa, Guacamole, and Lime

Eating with your hands was never so delicious with these tostadas layered with a bright salsa, crea...

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Grilled Baby Back Ribs with Smoky Cherry BBQ Sauce and Red Cabbage Citrus Slaw

Grilled Baby Back Ribs with Smoky Cherry BBQ Sauce and Red Cabbage Citrus Slaw

Fresh cherries round out the smoky heat of a feisty barbecue sauce that glazes tender pork ribs as ...

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Grilled Chicken Salad with Feta, Mint, Toasted Pita

Grilled Chicken Salad with Feta, Mint, Toasted Pita

Char-grilled chicken tops a Greek-style salad tossed with crispy pita chips and a bright lemon vina...

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