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Serve warm, topped with goat cheese or Greek style yogurt. For those of you who shy away from radicchio because you find it somewhat bitter, you will see that the acidity in the goat cheese or yogurt really makes a difference, and reduces the bitterness quite a bit. This recipe is also perfect for a quick supper. Pair it with a nice Riesling or Pinot Grigio. The acidity in the wine is a wonderful compliment to the radicchio. This recipe is a keeper, delicious, elegant, and easy to prepare! Cheers! Sun, 07 Mar 2010 19:52:50 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/food-and-wine-pairing-guide.html A wonderful Sunday brunch! Suzie's Farm Radicchio Torta with goat cheese and a glass of champagne. Here is the recipe. It serves four. Recipe can easily be doubled. Radicchio Torta 1 medium radicchio 5 eggs 1/4 cup bread crumbs 1 Tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese 3 Tablspoons flour 1/4 cup of goat cheese or Greek style yogurt 3 Tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Core radicchio and slice or coarsely chop, place it in a medium mixing bowl. Add eggs, bread crumbs, flour, Parmesan cheese to the radicchio and mix well. Heat oil in a 10 inch frying pan. Cook mixture until brown on both sides. Serve warm, topped with goat cheese or Greek style yogurt. For those of you who shy away from radicchio because you find it somewhat bitter, you will see that the acidity in the goat cheese or yogurt really makes a difference, and reduces the bitterness quite a bit. This recipe is also perfect for a quick supper. Pair it with a nice Riesling or Pinot Grigio. The acidity in the wine is a wonderful compliment to the radicchio. This recipe is a keeper, delicious, elegant, and easy to prepare! Cheers! Sun, 07 Mar 2010 19:52:49 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/Wine-Recommendations.html Wine recommendations. Wines that offer great value for your money. Sat, 06 Mar 2010 23:14:41 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/wine-recommendations-march10.html Spring is in the air, and so are the wine recommendations for March 2010. The promise of spring, soon to be followed by summer, gets us exited about wines that offer quality and value. After a harsh Sat, 06 Mar 2010 23:10:16 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/Wine-Tasting-Party.html Last Saturday we went to dinner at my daughter and son-in-law's home. I brought several bottles of wine. Same variety, different wineries. While my daughter finished the last minute meal preparations, I took out glasses and proceeded to pour so that I could do a side-by-side comparison tasting. She commented that she never does that. She usually drinks a glass at a time, and then decided which wine she preferred. I must admit that I don't often do side-by-side comparisons, mostly for practical reasons. If my husband is not home, and he travels a lot on business, opening two or three bottles of wine is not practical. There is no way that I can finish three bottles of wine before the recommended kitchen counter storage method times out. That is why I was eager to do a comparison wine tasting when I knew that all the wine would be consumed in short order. But that conversation started me thinking. I am curious; how do you taste wine? And how do you feel about wine tasting? Do you do side-by-side comparisons? Do you feel silly, pretentious, or self-conscious? Do you congratulate yourself when you spot the differences? do you really enjoy discovering the personalities of each wine? Food for thought, and drink! Wed, 24 Feb 2010 21:46:16 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/types-of-champagne.html How do you perceive Champagne? Do you see it as a celebration, or as a wine? Do you drink sparkling wine only on special occasions, or do you have it just for the heck of it? My take on this is that sparkling wine should have the accent on the "wine", rather than the "sparkling". It is a wonderful wine, it doesn't have to cost a fortune, and it pairs well with anything. I have even had it with Mole!!!??? (and it was delicious). Life is too short. You can have sparkling wine in the middle of January, not just January 1. It is particularly good in the Dog Days of Summer! You can have it for any reason and any meal. Don't wait for special occasions, you are missing out if you do! Tue, 23 Feb 2010 18:13:10 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/oregon-wine-country.html Pinot Noir, I love Pinot Noir. I love the taste, but I also love the name. I find it intriguing and mysterious. When I hear the words I immediately think of Film Noir, of Humphrey Bogart! Next time Turner Classing Movies has a Bogie marathon, I'll be there with my glass of Pinot Noir. Mon, 22 Feb 2010 19:01:24 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/Wine-Regions-of-Italy.html Amarone is an interesting wine made from partially dried grapes, primarily in the Veneto. Because of the way it is produced, using grapes that are well on their way to becoming raisins, the flavors are very complex. It is fruity and high in alcohol. You would think that using partially dried grapes would make the wine very sweet, but that is not the case. It is a dry wine that can be consumed on its own, and is also excellent with food. It pairs successfully with lamb, game, beef, and aged cheeses. Fri, 19 Feb 2010 19:18:11 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/paso-robles-wine.html Get ready for the Paso Robles Wine Festival. The 28th year of this event. It will be held May 21-23, 2010. There will be over 90 wineries showing off their best wines. You will also find wonderful cooking demonstrations by top chefs,wine tasting (of course), and over 180 formal and informal events. Something for everyone. Mark your calendars! For more information, go to http://www.pasowine.com Mon, 15 Feb 2010 17:25:28 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/cooking-with-wine-recipes-valentines.html If you are planning a romantic dinner, festive but not too expensive; don't shy away from sparkling wine. Domain Chandon Blanc de Noir NV is a great choice. Crisp and fresh, it goes great with any meal, and it will not break your budget. In the $20-$25 range, you can usually find it for much less. Fri, 12 Feb 2010 17:31:47 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/meritage-wine.html Comfort food with a twist. For cold days nothing beats a nice roast with plenty of carrots, potatoes, and a dash of meritage wine. Pair it with a glass of Millerick Road Meritage 2005 Sonoma County. Fri, 12 Feb 2010 01:40:22 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/wine-recommendations-feb10.html February is a month for romantic celebrations. Whether treating your sweetie to a homemade meal, or to a fancy restaurant, wine is a must. Here are the wine recommendations for February 2010. You Sat, 06 Feb 2010 22:37:23 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/summer-romance-in-the-wine-country.html When I was thirteen years old my family and I vacationed in Napa Valley for just over two weeks. I was a rebellious teen and thought a trip to wine Thu, 28 Jan 2010 03:26:43 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/finger-lakes-persistence-pays.html We were in the heart of the Finger Lakes: wine, lakes, and beautiful rural landscape. My companion and I told each other that we wanted to tour at Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:10:44 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/napa-valley-family-vacation-yep.html I had an amazing time with the family in the Napa Wine Valley last year. At first I was a little reluctant if I would enjoy it. My only experience Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:10:19 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/amazing-vineyards.html of 2008 that we decided to take a trip to the ever so popular Napa Valley in the San Francisco area. I am personally a huge fan of the wine Mon, 25 Jan 2010 04:08:56 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/its-not-just-the-wine-its-the-local-food-and-cheese.html I took the trip while visiting relatives in California about 3-4 years back. The guided tour took us through a number of wineries in the area. I am Sun, 24 Jan 2010 17:01:08 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/a-loaf-of-bread-a-jug-of-wineand-snow.html I didn't realize it snowed in Napa Valley until my last visit there, and oh was it ever memorable. We flew into Sacramento between Christmas and Sun, 24 Jan 2010 16:02:13 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/yes-and-the-place-is-non-other-than-napa-valley-itself.html In 2007 during the month of September we went to San Francisco for an outdoor suiting of a film. After the first phase of suiting was over we decided Sat, 23 Jan 2010 16:40:03 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/someones-here-to-see-you.html I like to stroll through the grapevines and enjoy the sights and smells of a winery as much as anyone, but I know that I am not going to get to France Sat, 23 Jan 2010 01:08:46 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/hunter-valley-region-of-australia.html Ive enjoyed visiting many wine regions around the world, but the Hunter Valley region of Australia is by far my favorite. Located a short drive Fri, 22 Jan 2010 22:20:25 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/wine-recommendations-sept09.html Wine recommendations for September 2009, wine recommendations, types of white wine, types of red wine Sat, 16 Jan 2010 20:08:27 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/wine-recommendations-july09.html The wine recommendations for July 2009 focus on two California varieties. In types of white wine, we look at Chardonnay; in types of red wine, we explore Zinfandel. Enjoy! Sat, 16 Jan 2010 20:05:43 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/wine-recommendations-aug09.html The wine recommendations for August 2009 are here. These are the Dog Days of Summer and we crave something light and refreshing. We'll look at rieslingss, sauvignon blancs, pinot noirs, and other de Sat, 16 Jan 2010 20:04:15 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/la-fortunas-brunello-di-montalcino-2001.html My wife and I discovered this sumptuous bottle of brunello when exploring the small hilltop villages of Tuscany on honeymoon. We sat down at a Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:36:53 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/wine-auctions.html Wine auctions can be a great place to buy wine, as long as you know what you are doing. They are dedicated to the selling of wine through bidding. Traditionally wine auctions used to be live ones, bu Thu, 14 Jan 2010 18:54:07 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/cooking-with-wine-recipes-squash-risotto.html Continuing with the series, this time we have Cooking With Wine Recipes, Squash Risotto. I have developed this recipe for a number of reasons. Thu, 14 Jan 2010 15:52:11 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/wine-bottle-openers.html Have you looked at wine bottle openers lately? The variety of styles and prices seems endless. Some are simple to use, others resemble a medieval torture implement, and others are so exotic that it i Tue, 12 Jan 2010 19:02:42 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/wine-related-gifts.html Best wine related gift ideas. You already know that are a huge number of wine related gifts available. Now you just have to find one that the wine lover on your list will adore. In addition to corksc Tue, 12 Jan 2010 19:01:00 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/wine-and-cheese-pairing.html Wine and cheese pairing should be as effortless as matching earthy black truffles to a 7-egg omelet, or hot dogs and beer for that matter. The pairing must make sense to the palate, and elevate the di Mon, 11 Jan 2010 17:05:39 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/wine-recommendations-jan10.html With the New Year come wine recommendations for January 2010. As always we are looking for wonderful wines at wonderful prices. We have found ten for you, so enjoy a new start and toast to the comin Sat, 09 Jan 2010 23:46:08 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/Wine-Regions-of-Spain.html Get to know the Wine Regions of Spain and Portugal. Fri, 01 Jan 2010 23:27:51 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/cooking-with-wine-recipes-new-year.html Maybe we are tired and partied-out, but New Years day is a special day. It is a beginning; and as such, it is full of hope and anticipation. This is a good day to spend with close friends and family. A winding down, if you will, that can still be festive. It is a perfect time for a special meal. In the new year, may you be fruitful and strong, surrounded by those you love, and with great hope for the future. Tue, 29 Dec 2009 16:11:10 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/re-mollydooker-2007-blue-eyed-boy.html Hi Maria~ Just sending along a picture of Mollydooker, 2007 blue eyed boy, in the event you can put it onto 'my favorite wine'.....if it's too late Wed, 23 Dec 2009 14:02:08 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/mollydooker-blue-eyed-boy-shiraz-2007.html I enjoy good wine, but if I don't like a particular wine, I'm not going to waste my calories on it!:) Last week, my husband and I drove our golf cart Wed, 23 Dec 2009 14:00:52 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/cooking-with-wine-recipes-christmas.html Christmas his almost here and the cooking marathon has officially began. Since we always have large celebrations on Christmas Eve as well as Christmas Day, I need to start early. Today, my Grandmother's dressing. It always tastes better when it has rested for a day or two, and it freezes very well. Sat, 19 Dec 2009 03:04:58 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/cooking-with-wine-recipes-christmas.html The days are flying and there is no time to waste! Cooking, decorating, wrapping presents, what a whirlwind. I think I'll have a glass of wine while I "deck the halls." Cheers! Sat, 12 Dec 2009 23:09:28 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/wine-recommendations-dec09.html Welcome to our wine recommendations for December 2009. The party season is here and we are always on the lookout for the best wines at the best prices. For your holiday celebrations offer your guest Thu, 03 Dec 2009 19:35:13 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/beaujolais-nouveau.html The release of Beaujolais Nouveau on the third Thursday of November has become a worldwide event. People eagerly await the new wine; from France to Japan, and all places in between. But what does it Sun, 22 Nov 2009 16:23:34 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/compensation-disclosure.html Compensation disclosure for KeepWineSimple.com Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:49:36 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/wine-pairing-thanksgiving.html Wine pairing for Thanksgiving is always a bit tricky. There is such variety of dishes, textures, tastes! It can be a real challenge to come up with successful food and wine pairing. Yes, we could ha Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:48:07 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/Wine-blog.html#San-Diego-Bay-Wine-and-Food-Festival There are four days left to enjoy wine, food, cooking classes; so many activities related to food and wine! And it all takes place in beautiful San Diego, California. For more information go to http://www.worldofwineevents.com/index.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:00:10 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/Wine-blog.html#San-Diego-Bay-Wine-and-Food-Festival There are four days left to enjoy wine, food, cooking classes; so many activities related to food and wine! And it all takes place in beautiful San Diego, California. For more information go to http://www.worldofwineevents.com/index.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:00:10 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/best-wine-recommendations.html Is your Cab bettern than my Cab? Have you found a great wine and want to tell the world about it? Give us your best wine recommendations, we all want to know. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 22:52:22 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/mexicos-wine-country.html I wanted to comment on the story about Mexico's Undiscovered Wine Country. About two years ago I attended the Fiesta de la Vendimia or Harvest Sat, 14 Nov 2009 18:14:45 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/a-champagne-expert-at-9-years-of-age.html When our son was 9 years old, my husband and I took him with us on a trip to Napa Valley. We went to the Domaine Chandon winery and we took the tour Sat, 14 Nov 2009 18:14:04 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/la-crema-pinot-noir.html I was invited to a beautiful wedding. One of my best friends from college got married at the beautiful Lodge at Torrey Pines in La Jolla, California. Sat, 14 Nov 2009 18:13:17 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/a-reason-to-buy.html So, here we are sitting in our cottage on the coast of Maine with great friends. We decided to bring two nice bottles of wine along and one was Sat, 14 Nov 2009 18:08:13 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/my-favorite-wine.html The Holidays will be here in no time at all. It seems that the festivities always bring questions about wine. How to cook with it, how to pair it, which is the best for a party. I am often asked which is my favorite wine. Of course, I always have trouble with that question. It is like being asked "which is your favorite song"; my answer always is "It depends". It depends on the food, on the company, on my mood! But many people do have a wine that they drink all the time. Do you have a favorite wine? Your "go-to" wine? Tell us about it; we would love to know. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 04:03:40 GMT http://www.keepwinesimple.com/my-favorite-wine.html The Holidays will be here in no time at all. It seems that the festivities always bring questions about wine. How to cook with it, how to pair it, which is the best for a party. I am often asked which is my favorite wine. Of course, I always have trouble with that question. It is like being asked "which is your favorite song"; my answer always is "It depends". It depends on the food, on the company, on my mood! But many people do have a wine that they drink all the time. Do you have a favorite wine? Your "go-to" wine? Tell us about it; we would love to know. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 04:03:39 GMT