Pinot Gris (also called Pinot Grigio) is a white wine grape variety with origins in France, and is a mutation of Pinot Noir. Known for its citrus and tree fruit flavors, sometimes richness and spicy flavors, and bright acidity, this is one of the most popular white wines in the country. Find out what makes…
White Wines
Sauvignon Blanc Wine Guide
Beloved for its crisp flavor, bright acidity, and easy-to-drink nature, Sauvignon Blanc amply earns its massive popularity in the international wine market. Although this grape (and this wine varietal) originated in France, Sauvignon Blanc now grows in several continents, providing wine shoppers with plenty of opportunities to pick up these delicate and refreshing bottles. If…
Finger Lakes Wine Guide
The story of the Finger Lakes Wine region in New York State involves a fascinating history of determination and pushing outside the comfort zone of a region that grew out of sweet hybrid grapes. “Plant the right grapes and focus on the regional expression of flavor,” is a theme among owners and winemakers within the…
Pellet Grill Whole Chicken Roast
Chicken is one of the most popular cuts of meat for live-fire cooking and this recipe will show you how to roast a whole chicken right in your pellet grill. This pellet grill whole chicken is easy to prepare, full of flavor, and a great one to use as meal prep for the rest of…
Riesling Wine Guide
Riesling is a wine grape of German origin, often known for being a sweet wine, but is so much more complex than that. It’s a food friendly, refreshing and aromatic white wine, grown all over the world, in a variety of styles. Learn the basics of Riesling wine in this introduction, and understand why it…
Ahi Tuna Ceviche and Wines to Pair
Ahi Tuna Ceviche is perfect for summer nights or a simple party appetizer! This quick and easy recipe for classic ceviche made with Ahi Tuna will easily become your go-to ceviche recipe! So good! Sometimes I just want to make something that requires no heating up a grill, no starting a fire, no ovens, no…
Grilled Chicken Fajitas with Chipotle Chicken Marinade
These Grilled Chicken Fajitas combine a tasty and slightly spicy garlic chipotle marinade for chicken breasts, and are perfect for fajitas. This Grilled Chicken Fajita Recipe can work for any cut of chicken and is full of incredible flavor. Making a marinade for chicken is a great use for leftover (or excess) chipotle in adobo…
Smoked BBQ Tofu Bowls (Vegan)
Smoked BBQ Tofu Bowls will please vegans and meat lovers alike. This is an easy, delicious, and healthy(!) vegan and gluten-free recipe for the smoker or grill that everyone will love! Smoked BBQ Tofu for Meat Lovers, Vegetarians, and Vegans My husband lives and breathes for meat. But he married a woman who, during the…
Chardonnay Wine Guide
Chardonnay is one of the world’s most popular wines, and one of the most widely planted grapes, and for good reason. It’s also one of the most versatile, made in a wide range of styles. Find out why this is grape is the queen of wine in this introduction to Chardonnay. A winemaker I used…
Cheese Fondue (On The Grill)
This Cheese Fondue Recipe is inspired from a trip to the Jura mountain region of eastern France, where the famed Comté cheese is produced. We’re combining two classic cheeses (Emmental and Comté) with wine and grilling it for the best outdoor fondue experience. Comté Cheese Several years ago I had the honor of traveling to…
Classic Ceviche Recipe (Fish & Shrimp)
This Easy and Classic Ceviche recipe is made with rockfish (or other white fish, like tilapia or bass) and is perfect for a hot summer day when it’s too darn hot to cook. This classic ceviche recipe is also perfect for parties, appetizers, or a light meal at home. Or you can check out our…
Easy Grilled Fish Tacos — Plus wine pairing
Grilled Fish Tacos are easy to make, super healthy, and full of great flavor! Citrus marinated fish is grilled to perfection and topped with a Grilled Corn and Cabbage Slaw and Avocado Crema. This taco recipe makes a great weeknight dinner or entertaining dinner on the weekend. Grilled Fish Tacos We’re a little obsessed with…
Smoked Pork Ribs with Chinese Five Spice Rub and Thai Chili Glaze
This smoked pork ribs recipe is seasoned with Chinese Five Spice and sugar, cooked in the 3-2-1 method of smoked pork ribs, and then finished with a Thai Sweet Chili Sauce. These Asian ribs are packed with flavor. Barbecue can be a very subjective experience, especially if your lens for barbecue is heavily influenced by…
Smoked Pork Chops – Reverse Seared
These Reverse Sear Smoked Pork Chops are smoked first for that awesome flavor, and then finished hot and fast medium rare for a perfectly cooked pork chop. Sometimes when I hear people turn their noses at the idea of smoked pork chops, I can’t help but ask them why they dislike such an amazing cut…
Smoked Jalapeño Poppers with Crispy Bacon
Smoked Jalapeño Poppers with Smoked Bacon. An easy game day appetizer or for any occasion made with crispy smoked bacon, cream cheese, and cheddar cheese filling. Jalapeño Poppers are a classic. But our take on the classic popper is to deconstruct the way most people make them. Because when you make smoked jalapeño poppers it’s…
Wine Advent Calendar for the Holidays
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Albertsons. All opinions are 100% mine. Surprise your friends, family, and neighbors this holiday season with a Wine Advent Calendar, featuring 24 glasses of wine, one for each day leading up to Christmas. These make for great host gifts or a treat for yourself…
Smoked Bacon & Tomatillo Guacamole
Smoked Bacon Guacamole with Smoked Tomatillos, is truly the best guacamole recipe for smoked food lovers! It is going to forever change the way you enjoy your guacamole. Guacamole made with smoked bacon and smoked tomatillos is great as an appetizer for the big game or just for a weekend snack. It is also easy to…
Smoked Lamb Meatballs (for Incredible Pita Sandwiches)
Smoked Lamb Meatballs, made with ground lamb shoulder, are jam-packed with flavor and offer an awesome way to jazz up any pita sandwich. Don’t like lamb? Try smoking this first and see how the flavor mellows out and adds a ton of flavor. I didn’t grow up eating lamb. But as an adult I’ve really…
Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Lime Crema
Grilled Shrimp Tacos are not only easy to make, but absolutely delicious and crowd friendly. Add a slightly spicy lime crema and your favorite taco toppings and you have a great feast for a crowd or just a weeknight family dinner. Tacos are on regular weekly rotation in our house. Almost any protein or vegetable…
Spring 2020 Wine Finds
Wine recommendations that are fantastic for spring sipping. From light bodied whites, to rosé, to elegant reds, to what to drink while staying home, there’s a wine for all occasion this season. This is what we’ve enjoyed as we’ve been home this season. I like to review wines the way most people taste them, with…
Fresh Grilled Salmon Burgers – Not From Can
Making fresh salmon burgers is incredibly easy, and it doesn’t require using the canned stuff. Start with high quality salmon, and add your favorite toppings for some incredible Grilled Salmon Burgers. Looking for more fun salmon recipes? Check out our popular Cedar Plank Salmon with a maple chipotle glaze. With any good burger, it’s about…
Smoked Beef Brisket Nachos (perfect for leftover brisket)
These Award-Winning Smoked Beef Brisket Nachos are the perfect way to use up leftover brisket! Easy to make and crowd friendly, these are sure to become your new favorite appetizer! For the perfect Brisket recipe, click here Update: This recipe was the grand prize winning recipe in the original Traeger Grills Meat Madness Competition in…
Grilled Lobster Tails with Red Chili Pepper Herb Butter
Grilled Lobster Tail is incredibly elegant and also incredibly easy to make. A simple compound butter adds even more flavor to this amazing date night meal. Grilling lobster tails is so much easier than you think! It may sound intimidating, but we’re here to break it down into some easy steps. Selecting the Right Tails…
The Ultimate Smoked Chicken Wings (with crispy skin!)
The best method for Smoked Chicken Wings (Buffalo Style) with crispy skin is to dehydrate the wings in the fridge, smoke, then sear. Learn the tips and tricks for getting crispy skin when cooking smoked chicken wings low and slow. Check out some of our other favorite Buffalo flavor inspirations like this smoked chicken dip…