Food Pairing

Ever wonder what type of wine will go best with your favorite Utica original foods? We’ve put together a quick guide for you so you can eat these local foods all summer long paired with the perfect wine. Utica Greens Try them with an Orvieto, Pinot Noir or Valpolicella Orvieto Ruffino Orvieto Pinot Noir Diora La Petite Grace Pinot Noir Bread and Butter Pinot Noir Bogle Pinot Noir Valpolicella Folonari Valpolicella Santi Solane Valpolicella Ripasso Bolla Valpolicella Tomato Pie Go sweet with a Lambrusco or dry with Chianti or Montepulciano…

Whether you have a few guests coming or what feels like the whole neighborhood, picking out wine for Thanksgiving dinner (maybe the most anticipated meal of the year) is no easy task. Everyone has different tastes and their is normally a complex array of side dishes happening at one time. But don’t let this stress you out, Thanksgiving should be a day to celebrate and your wine experience is something to savor and enjoy. We’ve put together a simple guide for our best picks to serve during your Thanksgiving feast.…

If you celebrate Christmas Eve in an Italian household there is a good chance your table is filled with many different kinds of fish. If you’re wondering what type of wine will pair best, we recommend a light white wine or a very light red wine. Opici Vino Bianco – $9.99 “The Marche region of Italy has long been known for producing structured and balanced white wines from the native Verdicchio variety. Trebbiano adds further structure to the final blend, while Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc contribute delicate fruit aromas. Dry…

Ingredients 8 ounces Linguine Pasta 2 Tablespoons olive oil 6 Tablespoons butter 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1¼ pound large shrimp salt and pepper to taste 1 teaspoon italian seasoning 4 cups baby spinach ½ cup parmesan cheese 2 Tablespoons parsley, chopped 1 Tablespoon lemon juice

Ingredients 4 Top Round Steaks 2 Ounces Cheddar Cheese 3 Carrots 1½ Pounds Yukon Gold Potatoes 1 Bunch Parsley 1 Bunch Thyme 4 Tablespoons Butter 3 Tablespoons Beef Demi-Glace 2 Tablespoons Tomato Paste 2 Tablespoons Crème Fraîche 3 Tablespoons Beef Stew Spice Blend (All-Purpose Flour, Garlic Powder, Yellow Mustard Powder & Sweet Paprika)

Ingredients Tilapia Seasoning: 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon of cumin 1 teaspoon of garlic powder ½ teaspoon of salt ¼ teaspoon of pepper 2 large tilapia filets Chipotle Avocado Crema: ½ cup of plain Greek yogurt juice of one lime 1 large avocado 1 garlic clove 1 chipotle pepper {from a can of chipotle peppers in adobe sauce} salt & pepper Other Ingredients: 3 cups of cooked quinoa 15 oz. black beans, rinsed and drained 2 ears of fresh corn, shucked ¼ cup of fresh cilantro…

Ingredients 1½ pounds skirt steak 1 tablespoon olive oil Sea salt and cracked black pepper 1 bag (16oz) frozen french fries ¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese 1-2 tablespoons truffle oil 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary

Ingredients 1 frozen (16 ounces) cheese-filled tortellini 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion 1 cup cucumber, chopped 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 3/4 cup kalamata olives, halved or sliced 1 cup feta cheese Optional: fresh parsley For Dressing: 1 lemon 1/4 cup +2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic 1 teaspoon white sugar 2 teaspoons dried oregano 1/2 cup olive oil Fresh cracked pepper, to taste