Barbara Scott-Goodman - Wine time : 70+ recipes for simple bites that pair perfectly with wine

Text copyright 2021 by Barbara Scott-Goodman
Photographs copyright 2021 by Jennifer May

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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

Names: Scott-Goodman, Barbara, author. | May, Jennifer, photographer.
Title: Wine time : 70+ recipes for simple bites that pair perfectly with wine / Barbara Scott-Goodman ; photography by Jennifer May.
Description: San Francisco : Chronicle Books, 2021. | Includes index. |
Identifiers: LCCN 2020019823 | ISBN 9781452181868 (hardcover) | ISBN 9781452181882 (ebook)
Subjects: LCSH: Cooking. | Food and wine pairing. | Wine and wine making. | LCGFT: Cookbooks.
Classification: LCC TX714 .S3925 2020 | DDC 641.5--dc23 LC record available at https://lccn.loc.gov/2020019823

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For my family and friends, with whom Ive had so many wonderful times at tables full of good food, wine, and cheer.

My idea of a good party is to gather a group of friends and enjoy some great food and wine together. Either for a casual evening or a big-deal cocktail party, I know that my guests will want something delicious to eat while theyre sipping and chatting. This may sound easier said than done, but Wine Time is here to help.

This book is a collection of recipes and ideas for preparing delectable treats for all kinds of get-togethers, from small, low-key affairs to big, festive bashes, and everything else in between. This is food that is fun to make, eat, and enjoy. Whether youre preparing bite-size snacks to nibble on, savory seafood or meat dishes to pair with a good bottle, or sumptuous platters of cheese and charcuterie, this book includes a number of dishes that will fit the bill for any type of gathering and complement all styles of wine.

A word here about wine: Almost all food goes well with wine. Even though there are so-called rules about pairing certain wines with certain foods, feel free to throw these out the window. What matters most is that you enjoy the wine you buy and drink. I recommend that you let your palate be your guide: Use my pairing suggestions as starting points, and then try a lot of different wines with various foods until you figure out what you like.

When shopping for wine, take full advantage of your wine merchants expertise. Most people are in the wine game because they are passionate about it and they enjoy recommending wines. Theyre willing to help you find the right wine for every occasion. The same goes for local farmers, butchers, fishmongers, cheesemongers, and gourmet shopkeepers. In my experience, they love to share their opinions, ideas, and knowledge about food, cooking, and ingredients, and I always take their advice to heart.

There is nothing better than the simple pleasure of eating good food and drinking wine with family and friends. But lets be honest: How pleasant is a plate of bread, cheese, and olives with a nice glass of red and a good book in hand? What a way to pass some quality alone time. Whether gathering a crowd or treating yourself, good food and a great glass of wine raise our spirits and enhance our lives, and Wine Time will make them even more festive, fun, and memorable.

OK, lets celebrate!