ZUCCHINI PASTA, ITALIAN SAUSAGE, AND PORTABELLA MUSHROOMS

These days, with so many people trying to limit the amount of carbohydrates consumed, spiralizers are becoming the must-have tool in a cook's kitchen. To honour this trend, I created a new dish recently. I was inspired by a local restaurant Cork and Fork. I created this dish based on the basic flavour profiles offered in their version.

Recipes, Food Porn, Wine PairingPatrick BartlettSeptember 14, 2015zucchini, pasta, #redwine, Palumbo, sangiovese, spiralizer, portabella, rabeComment

SCALLOPS: PAN SEARED WITH MADRAS CURRY SAUCE ON POLENTA

This has been a staple in my entertaining repertoire. It's always a crowd pleaser and super simple to prepare for entertaining.

Recipes, Food Porn, Wine PairingPatrick BartlettJune 15, 2015Curry, scallops, polenta, RieslingComment

ALBARIÑO AND CRAB CAKES

The Mood Wine tasting model is something we are very proud of. From the start, we've always had reception wine with nibbles, followed by the focused tasting of the current club wines along with a paired appetizer for each one. As a chef, this is a key part of the Mood Wine experience. In the most recent Mood White release we had three exceptional wines. This post is dedicated to the Albariño along with the crab cakes we paired with it....

Recipes, White Wine, Food PornPatrick BartlettFebruary 22, 2015Albariño, Raía Baixas, Spain, Crab Cakes, Appetizers, Wine tasting, seafood, white wineComment

BACON JAM A TROIS WITH SYRAH

Bacon Jam - a trendy condiment with staying power. Make a batch for simple cheese board condiments or join me and get creative with some fun appetizers showcasing the wonderful savoury/sweet flavours along with a classic wine pairing of Syrah.

Recipes, Wine Pairing, Food PornPatrick BartlettJanuary 27, 2015Bacon Jam, Syrah, A Trois, Appetizers, Recipe, red wine Comment

WINE POACHED PEARS WITH SWEET RISOTTO

Dessert Succes... I can do them after all. This one will wow you and those you're entertaining...