Oven-Fried Oysters with Sriracha Sauce
Recipes by Nancy Johnson | Wine Commentary by Gary Twining Sure, you can buy fresh oysters and shuck them. But for a fast and easy appetizer, try this recipe that […]
Sausage-Stuffed Mushrooms
Recipe by Nancy Johnson; Wine Commentary by Gary Twining. During the holidays, most grocery stores carry large mushrooms for stuffing. This recipe is super flexible. Add whatever you’d like to […]
Melon and Prosciutto
Recipe by Nancy Johnson; Wine Commentary by Gary Twining. This is the easiest, fastest appetizer to prepare; it’s salty and sweet, a bit like yin and yang. Its success depends […]
Caprese Salad Skewers
Recipe by Nancy Johnson; Wine Commentary by Gary Twining. At the height of tomato season in late summer, Caprese is one of the tastiest salads around. Sadly, in winter, tomatoes […]
Bruschetta
Recipe by Nancy Johnson; Wine Commentary by Gary Twining. For the record, it’s pronounced Broos-ketta, and it more than likely originated in ancient Rome. To make, cut a crusty baguette […]
Champagne and Oysters: A Party for Your Mouth
By Annette Gallagher Weisman On a sunny, fall day in the Napa Valley, I drove by Domaine Carneros, known for its premium sparkling and still wines. As I watched visitors, […]
Steamed Artichokes with Lemon Butter
Recipe by Nancy Johnson; Wine Commentary by Gary Twining. I’m always surprised by friends who say they have no idea how to eat an artichoke. I grew up eating artichokes, […]
Hot Artichoke Dip
Recipe by Nancy Johnson; Wine Commentary by Gary Twining. Start the festivities with a delicious dip. This recipe is a starting point for all sorts of flavors. Add drained, canned […]