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7 Things I Learned About Cooking from Watching Charmed

7 Things I Learned About Cooking from Watching Charmed

San Francisco Sets the Scene for Magic…and Cooking So I bet you’re asking what does a fictional TV show have to do with cooking? Quite a lot, actually. You need skill, confidence, a good plan, the ability to think on your feet when things aren’t 

Do You Make These 7 Common Cooking Mistakes in the Kitchen?

Do You Make These 7 Common Cooking Mistakes in the Kitchen?

Things Could Always Be Worse Imagine picking up a frying pan and lighting it on fire because you let it get too hot.  Imagine under-cooking pasta so horribly that it crunches when you chew it.  Imagine that you don’t know you need to brown meat 

Post for One Hope Wine:  How to Pair Wine and Cheese for a Summer Party

Post for One Hope Wine: How to Pair Wine and Cheese for a Summer Party

Wine and Cheese

We’re so excited to have another post up on One Hope Wine.  If you missed my last post on why they are such an awesome company, check it out here: Chicken Thighs Braised in Sauvignon Blanc.

Today, we’re talking about wine and cheese pairings for your upcoming summer parties.  I’ve put together 7 pairings for you to try out, along with explanations about why they work so well together.  It’s all about flavors and textures.  If you’re a regular reader of SPF, you know that I love to experiment with different flavors.

It’s not as hard as you think and it’s a lot of fun, so give it a try!

Happy summer!

Check out the post below:

How to Pair Wine and Cheese for a Summer Party

There’s nothing better than a party on a warm summer night. Unless it’s a wine and cheese party on a warm summer night.

Pairing wine and cheese can be a little tricky, but we’ve got you covered. We’ve put together some “no fail” pairings for your party so you can focus on entertaining your guests.

What You’ll Need:

Here’s a list of some of the things you’re sure to need for your summer wine and cheese party:

1. ONEHOPE Wine
2. Wine glasses
3. Cheese
4. Serving platters
5. Napkins
6. Toothpicks
7. Plates
8. Tables
9. Candles for decoration

Tips For Pairing Wine and Cheese like an Expert

The first (and most important) tip is you should choose what you like. Don’t worry about what others tell you you should do.

Young, soft cheeses pair well with light-bodied reds and fruity, crisp whites. Ricotta, Brie, Feta, and Mozzarella are some great soft cheeses.  READ MORE

Post for One Hope Wine:  Chicken Thighs Braised In Sauvignon Blanc

Post for One Hope Wine: Chicken Thighs Braised In Sauvignon Blanc

We’re so excited to have one of our recipes featured on One Hope Wine’s blog.  They are a great wine company that supports just about any charity you can imagine, from providing meals f or children to planting trees to helping people adopt shelter animals. 

How Your Knife is Like a Wizard’s Wand in the Kitchen

How Your Knife is Like a Wizard’s Wand in the Kitchen

Warning/Disclaimer: Do Not Use Your Knife As A Wand by flailing it around in the air.  This would not be smart. Master of Your Castle You’re a wizard in the kitchen, and your knife is your wand.  And, much like using a wand, it’s all in the