Most people suggest that there are two main ways of pairing wine and food. First, wine can become a major component in the preparation of a meal. And second, it can be done by choosing a wine to accompany the food you are planning on eating. Of course, the first activity should always be followed by the second for maximum enjoyment! And, of course, there’s no reason not to enjoy both activities at the same time providing an ideal combination of wine and food.
Enjoy Wine With Your Meal
A good wine will add to the flavor of the food, assist in digestion and, in the case of red wine, be beneficial in keeping your heart healthy. There are several theories as to which wines best combine with particular foods. However, my suggestion is that if it tastes right, it is right. While some connoisseurs may argue with this, there seems to be little downside in pairing wine and food in this manner.
Cooking With Wine
Italian and Fench chefs and home cooks are renowned for their use of wine in their cooking. Both these cuisines make extensive use of wines in preparing meals from appetizers to sauces to desserts.
Usually, combining wine and food in this manner does not result in an alcoholic taste to the food as heating the wine or other liqueur typically removes the alcohol component.
Something important to consider when cooking with wine is never to cook with a wine that you wouldn’t want to drink. This can mean opening a bottle of wine just for the recipe you are planning but the flavor boost to your dinner is worth it. Do not be tempted to cook with a wine that has been sitting on the kitchen counter for the last week since it was opened. If you wouldn’t drink it, don’t try to cook with it. You’ll find lots of suggestions for cooking with wine, how to store wine and how to taste wine at www.WineCellarSecrets.com
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