Snuggle up to this recipe for warm spiced wine, popular throughout northern Europe around Christmas and throughout the cold winter months.
Tag: Wine
Tej
Tej, or tejj, is an Ethiopian sweet wine, similar to mead, that is made from fermented honey and a special kind of hops called gesho.
Sangría
Sangría is the classic Spanish accompaniment to summertime meals. It is not necessary to use an expensive wine, but you should try to use something Spanish.
Moules Marinières
French for “mariner’s mussels,” moules marinières is a simple and classic way to prepare these affordable shellfish. It is important to choose only the freshest live mussels. And cook them the same day you buy them. In France, Belgium and the Netherlands, moules marinières are typically served with French fries (pommes frites) or sliced baguette […]
Maiwein
Maiwein, or May wine, is a German springtime tradition. Heady notes of sweet woodruff are infused into white wine for a celebratory beverage.
Coq au Vin
Coq au vin is a classic winter dish from the Bourgogne region of France. Use a burgundy, Beaujolais, or any young, full-bodied red wine for this warming braised chicken dish.
Daube de Boeuf Provençale
Popular in southern France, daubes (pronounced "dōb") are slow-simmered stews traditionally cooked in a special pot called a daubière. The version here is popular in Provence.
Brasato al Chianti
Brasato al chianti is great Tuscan cold-weather food. This tender braised beef roast goes well with polenta or potato gnocchi.
Braised Short Ribs
Try these meltingly tender and deeply flavorful braised short ribs. A quick roasting before braising gives them a nice, caramelized crust while cutting down on excess fat.
Bellini
This refreshing cocktail was first served in Harry's Bar in Venice sometime in the 1930s or '40s. Named after the Renaissance artist, it is traditionally made with white peaches.