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Yucatecan Chicken with Marlborough Pinot Noir

Mexico. For many Californians, Mexico feels like a part of our home. The Mexican community is prominent in California. Amazing Mexican foods are also everywhere for us to enjoy anytime we want. Beyond the easy access, Mexico has a very … Continue reading

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Belgian-Style Mussels with Belgian Ale

Has anyone ever heard someone saying, “Everyone likes Belgians”? I’ve actually heard it many times. I once asked my Belgian colleague, “how come you guys have a reputation of being Mr. Congeniality?”. With a big smile, he said, “Because our … Continue reading

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Pan Fried Chilean Sea Bass & Pinot Noir from Carneros

  Whenever my friends in New York tell me how cold it is there, I always say “thank God I came back to California!”. I don’t miss winter in NYC, but I do miss the beautiful white Christmases. Several years … Continue reading

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Luscious Chicken Cacciatore

Cacciatore means “hunter” in Italian. Chicken Cacciatore is a simple braised chicken dish prepared with tomatoes, onions, mushroom, herbs, bell pepper and wine for hunters traveling for several days in old Italy. In Southern Italy, this dish commonly includes red wine, … Continue reading

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