Our feature this weekend is a spicy herb rubbed whole roasted branzino served alongside a local cherry tomato, bell pepper and cucumber salsa with fried plantains and toasted jalapeno-avocado puree. We have chosen to pair a sparkling rose from Eyrie Vineyards in the Willamette Valley of Oregon. With cantaloupe, lemon peel and strawberry aromas this very dry “ultra brut” shows citrus and red berry flavors, a spritely mousse, and a refreshing and mineral driven finish.
Taste Only the Best: Why Eating Seasonally Matters
Imagine biting into a sun-ripened tomato at the height of summer, maybe one you grew in your backyard garden. Remember the firm but chewable texture of tomato skin, the juicy interior, and the sharp burst of sweetness as the fruit hits your tongue. Now compare that to...