Hanna Winery & Vineyards, which produces a minerally, food-friendly sauvignon blanc, will celebrate its 25th anniversary at 4 p.m. Saturday with a blending competition and winemaker dinner at the Alexander Valley tasting room. Founded in 1985 by Dr. Elias Hanna, who purchased 12 acres in the Russian River Valley, the [...]
Kitchen Talk, by Press Democrat staff writer Diane Peterson, is the ultimate guide for Wine Country home cooks who want to know the secrets of transforming our fresh bounty of veggies, cheeses and meats into simple but elegant meals worthy of a Michelin star. Whether you cook every night or just on holidays, you can channel your inner Thomas Keller when you know where to find the best ingredients along with recipes that won’t break the bank, or your confidence. Pour a glass of wine, grab a cutting board and learn to shop and chop like a pro. You’ll be healthier and wealthier – with change in your pocket for that special bottle of wine or dinner out – and you’ll be eating better to boot.
