Wine Pairing
A guide to wine pairings by hot pot type — shabu-shabu, kimchi nabe, yudofu, and more. Plus the story of Caldariello, a traditional Salento winter stew that explains why Primitivo is the natural match for rich, umami-heavy nabe.
A complete guide to pairing wine with curry by style and spice level. Japanese curry calls for Primitivo. How Britain's 1872 introduction of curry to Japan and a South Italian grape became an unexpected golden match.
A sommelier's guide to pairing wine with yakitori — how to match Italian wines to each cut and cooking style, from negima to tsukune, tare to shio, with practical tips for Tokyo izakayas and home grilling.
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How to pair wine with steak by cut — from lean filet to marbled wagyu and sirloin. Covers tannin-fat dynamics, serving temperature, and a Florentine steak tradition dating to 1565.
A guide to matching wine with seafood, from sashimi and oysters to grilled salmon. Includes a quick-reference pairing table by fish type and preparation, plus the simple rule that makes seafood wine choices easy.