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.

Appetizer, Vegetarian

Lemon Pepper Asparagus

When fresh California asparagus is in season, there’s really very little you need to do to make it delicious. A drizzle of olive oil, nice char from the grill and a generous sprinkle of lemon zest and freshly-cracked black pepper is all it takes to make a truly sensational (and sensatio...

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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 ...

Seafood Boil

This seafood boil is packed with clams, mussels, tiger shrimp, cod, potatoes, corn, and Italian sau...

Queso Fundido

This Mexican-inspired dish is made with melted Munster cheese, hot crumbled chorizo, and topped wit...

Arugula Salad with Zucchini, Carrots and Toasted Almonds

Save this fresh, colorful salad for early summer, when markets have small, tender zucchini. For ...

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