A journal by Bonterra Organic Estates
Born from necessity and since elevated to an artform, bread making is in vogue for serious home cooks and beginning bakers alike. And, in contrast to popular cooking “hacks” for quicker, easier results, bread making, much like grape-growing or winemaking, requires a sometimes unpopular ingredient: time. Time is an essential component in Bonterra wines, a…
Continue reading Break Bread with Bonterra: Rustic Bread RecipeFor wintry days when warm weather vegetables seem like a lifetime away, we double-down on the winter veggies we do love and break out the tagine. Think beets, cauliflower, onions, and chickpeas roasted with lemon and warming spices like cinnamon, turmeric, and saffron. Serve over fluffy Israeli couscous alongside a glass of lively Bonterra Young…
Continue reading Winter Vegetable TagineA delicious activity for wintry days when the temperature drops. A tasty way to pass the time with friends and family. And, above all, a crowd-pleasing treat, few things can top a freshly baked apple strudel. Layers of flaky crust, stewed apples, and warming spices–what’s not to love? Another one of our wintertime favorites, Bonterra…
Continue reading Apple StrudelAs show-stopping as it is delicious, our Strawberry Rose Crepe Cake is carefully constructed by building layer upon layer of delicate crepes, lemony mascarpone filling, and sweet strawberries. Perfect for brunch, as a sweet treat after dinner, or anytime, really, we can’t guarantee you’ll have any leftovers. So, whether you’re hosting, in charge of bringing…
Continue reading Strawberry Rose Crepe CakeIt’s the most wonderful time of the year. Time for holiday cookie decorating, that is. Ornamenting (and eating) sugar cookies with family and friends is something we can truly get behind. With so many vibrant colors occurring naturally in the food world–think beets, matcha, and carrots–coloring our holiday cookies without the use of artificial dyes and…
Continue reading Natural Dye Holiday Sugar Cookies‘Tis the season for warming, comforting recipes. So, when temperatures drop, we turn up our ovens and head to the supermarket for ingredients to make one of our favorite fall staples–the versatile and always delicious, lasagna. A choose-your-own adventure of sorts, we love using creamy Alfredo sauce as our base, but you can just as…
Continue reading LASAGNA: Spins On a Fall StapleHearty and warming, it’s the harvest bowl. Making its seasonal debut everywhere from restaurant menus to home kitchens this time of year, the harvest bowl, much like flannel shirts and pumpkin spice, is a harbinger of fall weather and fall flavors. Our take on the harvest bowl gets its fortifying power from a combination of…
Continue reading Fall Harvest BowlSpring may be for floral prints and patterns, but late summer is for flower salads. You heard us. Festive and delicious, edible flowers add a pop of color to your not-so-typical salad. Our variation marries an assortment of tender, baby greens with shaved vegetables (for a bit of crunch) and, of course, a rainbow of…
Continue reading Flower Power: Upgrade Your SaladThe ultimate summer sipper, Bonterra Rosé is the refreshing, food-friendly rosé your summer barbecue, picnic, or date night needs and deserves. Enjoyed chilled on its own, or alongside your favorite summer eats (hello, watermelon salad), a glass of Bonterra Rosé is hard to beat. But, we’re here to remind you that there are even more…
Continue reading Summer FroséThis month, we’re celebrating a new look and feel, and adding countless ways to enjoy Bonterra Rosé, Sauvignon Blanc, and Young Red. Smaller, lighter, and infinitely recyclable, 250mL can four-packs are the newest addition to the Bonterra family and make summer sipping on the go a breeze. Pre-portioned, personal, and portable, find out why there’s…
Continue reading Bonterra Cans: Thinking Outside the BottleWe nurture and cherish our roots—whether we’re in the vineyards, at home with our families, or at work with our chosen Bonterra family—because these connections to the land and the people around us make for truly delicious wine and a healthy planet. A poignant reminder to celebrate and support the planet and its bounty, Mother’s…
Continue reading Mother’s Day Brunch: Mini QuicheWe don’t know about you, but spring has sprung and we’re looking for light, refreshing recipes to help brighten up our springtime picnics, parties, and weekend meals. Our go-to recipe? A cooling, crunchy, creamy salad of thinly sliced cucumbers and radishes, with an herby yogurt dressing for a little tang. Whether you’re serving up this…
Continue reading Spring Salad Recipe: Cool As A Cucumber (And Pretty Rad-ish)
