It's about finding a balance between the dish and the drink. If your meal is complex and flavorful, a wine that isn't trying to compete is going to be best.
Food pairing can seem like a foreign language, but it's pretty straightforward when you keep a couple of tricks in mind. How should you pair Italian food?
Virginia? Believe it or not, the Old Dominion actually has a thriving wine industry whose "region" is perhaps more unique than any other in the United States.
Stouts are a flavorful addition to hearty stews and soups, but if you don't have a stout on hand, red wine is the best substitute. Here's how and why it works.
Cornbread is always a delight, and figs make it even better. But what to drink? Here are some wine-pairing tips from Bright Cellars sommelier Catherine Fallis.
In Asturias, Spanish cider has been brewed and enjoyed for nearly 2000 years. Here's some more about the history and culture of this cherished beverage.
Grilled cheese is fantastic to start with, but it can be made even more spectacular with well-chosen additions. Include red wine for an explosion of flavor.
Switzerland is nestled between some of the world's top wine regions and Swiss wines are finally getting the recognition they deserve - but they're hard to get!
The findings might just be enough to change some of climate change's greatest disbelievers into environmental activists. Entire elections could be turned.
Fortunately, if you find yourself in a situation where your red wine is simply not as vibrant and tasty as it once was, there is a way to improve it: mushrooms.
For a refreshing combination of interesting flavors, try mixing a Corona beer with a Tequila Sunrise. This unique cocktail might become your new favorite drink.
Visiting a vineyard is an excellent way too dive into the world of wine. Tasting Table polled readers to see if they would rather drink wine in Napa or Paris.
Garlic is a tricky ingredient to pair considering its wide-ranging flavor profile. It also contains sulfur compounds that can taste like certain wine faults.
Czech Republic, the world's beer capital for 29 years running. Dive into the country's legendary beer consumption, cheap brews, and the potential end of an era.
Here's why you might occasionally taste buttered popcorn when drinking a beer - and why you might want to avoid brews with this flavor, taste preferences aside.