Deep Fry/Tempura
Deep fried food is common at Izakaya drinking establishments, but wine is rarely given serious consideration, despite its affinity for light tempura as well as greasier fare.
Beaujolais Nouveau 2012
It’s that time of the year again, when the first Beaujolais wines of the vintage are released under the “nouveau” appellation. While some consider it a marketing gimmick, my take is that any excuse to celebrate wine, even young wine, is a good one. The Japanese seem to agree with me, as Beaujolais Nouveau is […]
Tequila meets Tempura!
Food pairings with Tequila and other spirits can be quite surprising, and this original celery tempura works just beautifully with this blanco tequila by Ocho.
Tempura with Sauvignon, Riesling & Vermentino
First in the lineup was a light Sauvignon Blanc from Saint-Bris, followed by a dry Rheingau Riesling and a full-bodied white from the French island of Corsica.
