General Submissions
From chili cheeseburgers to Hawaiian-style pineapple-topped burgers, Americans can't get enough of this classic sandwich. In fact, hamburgers top the list as the most popular grilled food, according to the 2001 Weber® GrillWatch™ survey. And, whether you're into bold flavors or basic toppings nothing tops off a burger better than a simple glass of wine. See below for specific pairings.
General Submissions
October is National Pizza Month, first designated in 1987 in order to celebrate one of America's most popular foods. And with approximately 3 billion pizzas sold in the U.S. each year, pizza is not only an American favorite - it's an obsession. And whether you're into frozen or delivery, pepperoni or pineapple, nothing pairs better with pizza than a glass of red or white wine.
General Submissions
Since before the days when Marc Antony first fed grapes to Cleopatra, certain foods, beverages and ingredients developed a reputation as aphrodisiacs and have become intertwined with romance. Even the word “aphrodisiac” – with a nod to Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love – conjures up images of magical ingredients and mystical love potions. Not surprisingly, wine tops the list of aphrodisiac beverages. "In today's enlightened times, love potions have more to do with slowing down, relaxing and fully enjoying your senses. Wine is part of the equation because it fosters relaxation," explains Martha Hopkins, author of InterCourses: An Aphrodisiac Cookbook.
General Submissions
Wine is a delicious beverage to sip with this season's favorite grilled foods. Of course, the best advice in pairing wine with any food is to enjoy the wines you like with the foods you like. But for those seeking a little guidance, try these simple wine pairings the next time one of these favorites hits the grill.