Métivier, Joanie The Sommelier's Cookbook: Recipes and Wine Pairings for Discerning Palates (1647398096)

A must-have cookbook and wine reference guide for every budding sommelier

As every wine-lover knows, a great bottle of wine becomes sublime when paired with the right food, and the right pour can elevate the simplest of meals. With wine as with life, finding this kind of harmony can be tricky, but wine pairing isn't kismet--it's knowledge. All you need is the right guide in order to pair like a sommelier.

Like an in-house sommelier, The Sommelier's Cookbook will guide you to wine pairing bliss. First, learn what makes for a good pairing. Next, flip to extensive information on more than 60 wine types and blends, including beloved ones like Pinot Noir, trendy natural wines, and less-common wines like Assyrtiko. Then, 75 easy recipes help you put this knowledge into action, with brunch, appetizers, and show-stopping main dishes.

This guide to cooking and pairing wine like a sommelier includes:

• Meals and more--Enjoy 75 tasty recipes, including main dishes, snacks, appetizers, and desserts.
• Vino overview--Get in-depth reference information on 60 wine varietals and blends, including where they're grown, what they're called, and what food they taste great with.
• Party on --When you're ready to entertain like a sommelier, use the suggested menus or put together a perfectly paired cheese board for your guests.

Become the neighborhood sommelier with The Sommelier's Cookbook.