“[A] handy cookbook and reference tool . . . Goldstein leads readers through food and wine pairing in a systematic fashion.” —Publishers Weekly
A glass of wine can be delicious, but when it is paired with the right dish, it can resonate in a magnificent way. This gorgeous cookbook lets any cook plan a meal in perfect concert with a favorite or special wine. Mystified by the art of choosing a wine to go with your meal, or vice versa? Is “white wine with fish” the only rule you know? The Wine Lover’s Cookbook is a unique guide for the wine lover and cook who considers wine an essential part of a meal and wants to understand the dynamic interplay between wine and food.
Author Sid Goldstein describes in detail the flavor profiles of thirteen popular varietals, such as merlot and chardonnay, and explains which ingredients balance each wine, giving the reader a professional’s foundation for planning meals with each kind of wine. Best of all, he offers 100 recipes, from appetizers to desserts, specifically created to complement a particular varietal. The Wine Lover’s Cookbook is a truly essential reference, an irresistibly beautiful cookbook, and an inspiration for all who want to make the most of an excellent glass of wine.
