Food Pairings
Pairing Champagne with Unlikely Foods
Unusual Champagne pairings go beyond oysters and brie, surprisingly matching bubbly with salty, fatty, or spicy foods like French fries/chips, fried chicken, guacamole, hot dogs, curry, and even chocolate cake, where the acidity and bubbles cut richness and complement spice, while rosé Champagne pairs with Asian dishes and demi-sec with sweet treats like panettone. Savoury…
Can you pair Champagne & Chocolate?
What might have been a confrontational question several years back within the industry, one to spark a heated debate, today the subject is very approachable. Even Champagne Laurent-Perrier find themselves tackling the subject: ‘Ten years ago, who would have imagined pairing Champagne with chocolate?‘ For consumers, Champagne (and sparkling wine) with chocolate have long been…
The Art of Pairing Champagne with Comfort Food
The secret to matching Champagne with comfort food is to use the wine’s effervescence and acidity to cut through rich, fatty tastes and cleanse the palate with every bite. This results in an unexpected, well-balanced, and decadent gastronomic experience. Here are a few traditional and inventive combinations for different comfort foods: Classic Comfort Food Pairings…
Champagne & Christmas Food Pairings
The rich aromas and diverse flavours of Champagne elevate a wide range of food pairings, making it a fantastic companion for festive occasions. Champagne pairs perfectly with traditional Christmas dishes, enhancing the overall dining experience. It complements seafood starters such as oysters, providing a refreshing contrast. During festive dinners, the crisp acidity and vibrant bubbles…
Heston Blumenthal OBE calls for action to save British pubs
Save the Great British Pub: A Call to Protect a National Treasure · More than 209 pubs closed in the first half of 2025 · Owner of the Michelin-starred gastropub The Hinds Head says innovation is needed to keep the Great British local alive Heston Blumenthal OBE and owner of the Michelin-one starred gastropub The…
Best place to enjoy Caviar in London
Caviar has enjoyed a growing awareness and popularity in recent years, with an expanding choice of suppliers and hospitality venues serving. What is Caviar? When we mention Caviar, we must also combine Champagne as an accompaniment – if you have budgeted for Caviar, then surely we must enjoy the finest of wines alongside it, no?…
Interview With Chef Amanda Powley
The combination of wine and food go hand in hand, an excellent combination, and an exciting challenge to find the perfect pairings, in this feature we speak with Chef Amanda Powley, working at terre à terre in the heart of Brighton, let’s discover a little about her incredible life in the Culinary World. It’s Great…
Low-Fat Indulgence: How to Make Dairy-Free Whipped Cream (Perfect for Champagne & Prosecco Pairings!)
Whipped cream is the quintessential topping for desserts, beverages, and fruits. It adds a touch of decadence that takes any dish to the next level. However, if you’re watching your fat intake or following a dairy-free lifestyle, traditional whipped cream made from heavy cream can feel like a guilty pleasure. Fortunately, making a low-fat, dairy-free…
Simply Cook Food Pairings With Sparkling Wine
Cooking can be a great form of art, it can be a way to display passion or release stress, it’s a joy to those with a creative mind, those who are willing to experiment and try. If you’re wishing to go beyond the everyday meals of pizza, burgers and fish fingers, the simple (delicious) foods…