Elsie’s Potatoes

Elsie’s Potatoes

Potatoes become a canvas for the flavors served with them and that’s how the wine should be paired.   Beef Stew will call for a different wine than a cream sauce drizzled over potatoes.  

Roasted Peppers

Roasted Peppers

Roasted Peppers are really easy to make, and their sweet flavors become more pronounced with grilling or roasting.

Prawns and Asparagus

Prawns and Asparagus

Prawns seem to scream barbeque and Asparagus; one of the first spring vegetables.  Prawns are generally thought to be larger than shrimp but the two names for this shellfish are used interchangeably worldwide.  Fire up the grill, Prawns and Asparagus are perfect as a side to a 

Guacamole

Guacamole

Guacamole, prior to the 16th Century was made purely from avocado.  It was only a matter of time before the bright flavors in Pico de Gallo appeared with the avocado in Guacamole.

Pico de Gallo

Pico de Gallo

Pico de Gallo is a traditional dish and staple in Latin homes and restaurants around the world.  It’s eaten alone or as a topping for countless Mexican dishes.  Authentic Pico must have tomatoes, green peppers, onions, cilantro and lime.