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Pumpkin Chili Mexicana Recipe

Superbowl Food: Pumpkin Chili Mexicana Recipe & Wine

September 19, 2021 by liz

Every year about now, the biggest sporting event in America rolls around: the Superbowl. There are many famous things about this game: the rivalry of the teams, the personalities of the players, and the best commercials of the year. But my favorite thing about the big game is the food. Now I don’t mean chips …

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Cooking with Wine: Winter Squash Chardonnay Risotto Recipe

September 18, 2021 by liz

Every so often, you stumble upon a Chardonnay so refreshing and unique, unlike over-the-top oaky-buttery-California Chardonnays, that you want to drink it and cook with it, try every dish with it. I love Chardonnay with a creamy freshness and lemon-lime quality that is well integrated with oak flavors. Sometimes these are fermented in a combination …

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Drunken Pork - Red Wine-Braised Pork

Braising with Wine: a Drunken Pork One-Pot Meal Recipe

September 17, 2021 by liz

I love Syrah. To me, it outshines California Cabernet Sauvignon in pairing with foods, especially those from the Rhône area of France, or cool-climate Syrahs from California. I thought pairing wine with a dish for this post would be a good idea, but then thought using the wine in the dish was even better. I …

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Roast chardonnay chicken with santa barbara herbs recipe

Cooking with Wine: Roast Chardonnay Chicken Recipe

September 16, 2021 by liz

I love French food and wine…and I love eating and drinking local. These two loves inspired me to create a local version of a typical French dish: oven-roasted chicken with vegetables and herbs de Provence. Of course, this is using local Chardonnay – in the dish…and in my glass. Pair with: Hoyt Chardonnay from Paso …

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Fruity White Wine Spritzers

Summer Cocktail Recipes, Pitcher Drinks & Cool Sips

August 26, 2021 by liz

You may remember from previous posts that I love a little herb in my desserts – well, I also love a little herb in my drinks. Especially basil. And cilantro (in my wine “Bloody Mary” sangria). And rosemary (in my strawberry ice cream)…ok I love them all. Give me a fennel-infused Bloody Mary with a …

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Grilled Avocado Recipe

August 19, 2021 by liz

This is a perfect California-Asian fusion dish that really satisfies…and also impresses! This recipe was created by Chef Robbie Wilson, read the whole story here. Another twist to this recipe, is to grill it and then fill it with salsa, for a fancy, deconstructed guacamole.

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Independence-Kale-Burger - Liz Dodder photography

Yummy Kale Burger Recipe + Healthy Summer Grilling

July 8, 2021 by liz

Summer on the Central Coast means grilling in your own backyard! If you’re keeping it healthy, here are 2 main dishes for the grill that keep it lighter. So invite some friends over, fire up the grill and chill some drinks…it’s going to be a great weekend! First up, burgers. I love burgers, but eating …

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Bacon - Liz Dodder photography

Put Some Bacon On It: Backyard BBQ Bacon Recipes

July 7, 2021 by liz

What’s the one ingredient that can make every one of your backyard BBQ dishes shine? That will kick up the flavors and make everyone come back for more?? Bacon, that’s what. 1. Figs wrapped in bacon with balsamic glaze. For an amazing starter, take some fresh figs and wrap them with bacon. Bake in the oven …

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Late Summer Fruit Tart - Toki Lee photography

Late Summer Fruit Tart with Yogurt & Nuts

June 1, 2021 by liz

I know the first the day of Autumn has officially come and gone, but the weather around here hasn’t gotten the message. It’s still unseasonably hot and sticky, and the garden is still producing summer vegetables like crazy. I’ve been craving a fresh and simple breakfast lately, and dreaming of fruit tarts. Berries have one …

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