The flavor of the season - Balsamic Vinegar
Another gift from the Italians, the Balsamic vinegar has taken the American gourmet food industry by storm, because of its rich taste, flavor and fragrance. The unique flavor of the vinegar lends an exotic taste to a variety of dishes like salads, fish, steaks, gelatos and it even brings out the sweetness of fruits like strawberries, raspberries, pears, etc. The Balsamic vinegar cooked recipes go very well with all kind of wines. Arrange a gourmet meal cooked in Balsamic vinegar, accompanied by a nice wine, and you will have a perfect dinner!
The Spicy Spanish Steaks
Tuna Steaks, Canary Islands Style- Spicy Spanish Steaks A glass of red wine perfectly balances the spicy and rich flavors of this Spanish treat.
Ingredients
Tuna steaks (cut in large pieces) – 1 1/2 lb
Kosher salt
Dried ancho chilies - 2
Roasted red peppers – 2
Cheese-Stuffed Portobellos
Four Cheese-Stuffed Portobellos- A perfect entrée
A nice cheese filled veggie appetizer that goes very well with Pinot Noir whose fruity flavor enhances the mushrooms earthy flavor.
Ingredients
Portobello mushrooms (3-4 inch wide) - 10
Extra virgin olive oil- 3 tbsp
Gruyère (shredded) – 3 oz
Wine Fests
Melbourne Wine festival
Launched in 1993 & gained a reputation of an annual hallmark event.
Location :- AustraliaThe South Beach Wine festival
World’s popular wine producers, culinary personalities and chefs.
Location :- MiamiStuttgart Wine Festival
Famous wine growing region. Attracts a million wine lovers anually.
Location :- GermanyHawke’s Bay Wine Festival
Reputed for innovation and diversity as a wine producing region.
Location :- New Zealand
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