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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Ricotta Toasts with Roasted Grapes

These ricotta toasts make a great snack for any occasion. Pair with California Chardonnay or Califo...

California 75 – A Classic Wine Cocktail

This sensational wine cocktail with lemons is as bright and effervescent as the ocean views you’l...

Little Gem Salad with Red Grapes, Blue Cheese and Walnuts

Little Gem lettuces are a romaine relative, but they are smaller, more tender and sweeter for your ...

Beef Carpaccio Crostini

Beef Carpaccio is a timeless dish that was invented at the famous Harry’s Bar in Venice. Thinly s...

Grilled Watermelon with Feta Cheese

This dish is a perfect summer side for your next Barbeque. Grilled watermelon is dressed with salty...

French Onion Grilled Cheese Panini

This amped-up version of a grilled cheese uses Munster & Swiss along with bold beefy onions sauteed...

Summer Garden Flatbread

Release your inner artist with a garden-themed flatbread designed by you. Make a “sketch” of th...

Monte Cristo Sliders

These Monte Cristo Sliders are just like the classic but with a Canadian twist! Made with soft and ...

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