The Bonterra Edit

March has arrived and we find ourselves in one of those “between” seasons – is spring budding or is it definitely still winter? Depending on where you are, it could be either – or both!  This season calls for a simple recipe that is as versatile as the Pinot Noir we paired it with. This […]

Creating A Wonderful Dish With Environmental Epicurist Oliver English: Excited to partner with our friends at Bonterra, a local certified California Regenerative Organic vineyard producing some delicious wines. To pair with their chardonnay, I made a Pistachio & Garden Kale Pesto with Paccheri Pasta. Lots of citrus and nuttiness from the pistachios.  From plants to […]

Ah, Valentine’s Day. This sweet celebration of love is also the year’s first occasion for decadence and sweet treats. Bring on the candy hearts and chocolates! If you are looking for something just as delicious to delight your sweetheart (or just to keep for yourself), try our recipe for chocolate and strawberry yogurt bark. This […]

BONTERRA ORGANIC ESTATES LAUNCHES THE ESTATE COLLECTION, A NEW TIER OF REGENERATIVE ORGANIC CERTIFIED® WINES New Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon represent Bonterra’s many decades of pioneering leadership in regenerative organic viticulture, and shine a spotlight on Mendocino County.   HOPLAND, Calif., Jan. 25, 2023 – Bonterra Organic Estates today announced the launch of the Bonterra […]

Entertaining season is here and the calendar is filling up with dinners, holiday parties and year-end celebrations. If you are here seeking inspiration for holiday appetizers, you’ve come to the right place. Our recipe for thyme roasted grapes and brie combines the crowd-pleasing decadence of melted brie with the warm sweetness of roasted red grapes. […]

Does anyone else get ambitious at Thanksgiving? There is so much to savor about the holiday, and we tend to over-commit in the pursuit of enjoying every delicious moment of the day. If you are like us, we are here to help. We can’t set the table, but we can help you choose the best […]

Ah, squash – yet another reason to love autumn. These bountiful gourds have inspired many beautiful dishes during the Thanksgiving holiday, and this recipe is no exception. Try it as a pre- holiday lunch, a gorgeous vegetarian side-dish, or add leftover turkey and enjoy throughout the holiday weekend. This versatile dish is best enjoyed with […]

The leaves are continuing to fall and harvest is wrapping up on the ranch, unmistakable signs that the holidays are here! Thanksgiving is a few weeks away and it’s all about the food and wine. From turkey and side dishes to pie and leftovers, we plan to enjoy every moment and relish every bite of […]

There is just something about the onset of fall that inspires new energy in the kitchen. The change of season is a welcome opportunity for warm savory meals as al fresco afternoon dining gives way to cozy evenings. Equally compelling is getting back to red wine weather – and the flavors of the season. Our […]