The Wine Lover's Kitchen

Orzo Corn Salad with Cucumber Feta Dressing

This Orzo Corn Salad with Cucumber Feta Dressing makes a great summer side. Continue reading “Orzo Corn Salad with Cucumber Feta Dressing”

Sherried Chicken Thighs with Cinnamon and Saffron

Sherried chicken thighs on a platter with rich sauce and parsley and egg white garnish

Sherried Chicken Thighs are a Spanish dish that is incredible. You thicken the sauce with almonds and egg yolks to create rich, deep layers of flavour!

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Summer Squash and Potato Torte with Herbs and Cheese

Rounds of summer squash and potatoes in a circular pan with herbs and cheese topping

This Summer Squash and Potato Torte makes a nice side dish for summer when squash and herbs and potatoes are at their finest.

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August 15, 2019August 13, 2019

Wine Picks LCBO Vintages Release Aug 17, 2019

Four wine bottles from recommendations for LCBO Vintages Release Aug, 17, 2019.

Ever try Marsanne? or Cabernet Franc? Here is your chance with the LCBO Vintages Release Aug 17, 2019. Continue reading “Wine Picks LCBO Vintages Release Aug 17, 2019”

No Bake Vanilla Ice Box Cake

Vanilla Ice Box cake with Oh Henry bar topping

This No Bake Vanilla Ice Box Cake is kid-friendly, make ahead, freezer friendly and super easy. What’s not to love? Continue reading “No Bake Vanilla Ice Box Cake”

August 8, 2019August 23, 2019

The Best and The Rest – LCBO Vintages Release Aug 3, 2019

The Best and The Rest

Here are the highlights of the wines that I sampled at the media tasting for this LCBO Vintages Release. This is based on the sub-set of wines Vintages put on offer for review. The Best are the highest scoring based on my tasting experience. The Rest are the remaining wines I happened to review and include wines of interest and value.

Aug 3rd, 2019 LCBO Vintages Release

This release includes a variety of accessible Bordeaux wines covering a wide price range. If you are a fan of the dry, mildly fruity Provençal style of rosé then you will find a good selection to choose from. In the Sparkling category there is a chance to pick up a 1er Cru Champagne that won’t break the bank.

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