#ThisWineThatDish | Murphy Goode California Chardonnay | Miso Sea Bass

This dish would be perfect to serve Mom for Mother’s Day. It is simple to prepare and the results were delicious.

#ThisWineThatDish | Cambria Katherine’s Vineyard Chardonnay | Miso Scallops

For those children lucky enough to be spending Mother’s Day with their mom I salute you and humbly suggest you may want to make mom’s day a little extra special this Sunday.

#ThisWineThatDish | TerreLab Tempranillo Rosé | Salmon with Crispy Rice

“In this series I will be sharing my take on which BC Wine pairs well with some inspirational recipes” One of the wine pairing doctrines I follow is very old school and rather primitive by today’s standards. It’s matching the colour of the dish with the colour of the wine in a manner of speaking. … Read more

#ThisWineThatDish | Brewer ~ Clifton Santa Rita Hills Chardonnay | Dumpling Noodle Soup

The pork dumplings and the soup broth were both flavoured with ginger which could have presented a challenge if the wine had not been just right. The Brewer Clifton Santa Rita Hills Chardonnay was a standout with this dish.

#ThisWineThatDish | Culmina Dilemma | Seared Scallops ala Valentine

I specifically chose a Culmina Chardonnay, first and foremost, because they make such excellent wines, all on my favourites list.

#ThisWineThatDish | Cambria Katherine’s Vineyard Chardonnay | Summer Fresh

Just to add a bit more Valentine’s colour to this dinner I am including the recipe for Roasted Red Pepper Soup, and yes, it uses Summer Fresh Roasted Red Pepper Hummus too, easy peasy!

#ThisWineThatDish | Vanessa Meritage | Chicken Adobo

The flavours in this dish make it a challenging wine pairing. Nothing steps up to the challenge like a rich, smoothly deep red wine from the Similkameen. The juicy balance of ripe fruit just cries out for a challenge.

#ThisWineThatDish | Monte Creek Sparkling Rosé | Croque-Monsieur Breakfast Casserole

This is a dish I served family during the holidays. It is not only very tasty and satisfying it is also simple to make. You can make it ahead the day before, set your oven on auto start and laze in bed until you get hungry! A win, win!