Learn the Best Way to Grill a Hanger Steak and finish it with a decadent red wine reduction sauce. Hanger Steaks are an affordable alternative to more expensive cuts of meat and are full of incredible flavor. Find out how to perfectly cook a hanger steak on the grill. Hanger Steaks are a go-to around our house. They’re easy to cook, super tender, take well to marinades, and are substantial enough to feed the family. They also grill in less than 15 minutes. What’s not to love about this amazing cut?! Table of Contents Ingredients Preparation Red Wine Reduction Sauce How to Grill a Hanger ..read more

Smoked Beef Tenderloin is absolutely incredible. It combines tender beefy flavor with the richness of smoke. We’re using the reverse sear method for this recipe to create an incredible smoky flavor, then finishing it over a hot grill for that perfect sear, and then slicing it into medallions to serve. This post is sponsored by Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner. on behalf of the Beef Checkoff. All opinions are my own. Whether a holiday dinner or special occasion, various cuts of beef create a great options for crowds and can be adapted for use on a grill or smoker. Our smoked Beef Tenderloin is the ..read more

Learn how to grill a perfect T-Bone Steak every time. The best steak advice is to cook hot and fast over charcoal to the proper internal temperature. You’re going to love this Grilled T-Bone Steak recipe and return to it over and over! When it comes to cooking steak it is all about technique. The best way to cook a T-Bone steak is to grill it. It requires some precision because it consists of two different cuts of meat, but it’s easy to get the hang of. The secret to perfectly grilled T-bone is to start with a hot heat source, use a thick cut of steak, and use a meat thermometer to pull it at ..read more

This Smoked Sockeye Salmon is a rich and delicious way to prepare salmon. Sockeye is known for is deep red color and is lean and easy to overcook. The key to perfect smoked sockeye is cooking at low temperatures when smoking and removing it at the right internal temperature. Find out how to perfectly smoke salmon with our favorite recipe for smoked sockeye. We cater a lot of events and, being located in the Pacific Northwest, naturally one of the most requested proteins is salmon. And there are so many species of salmon we get to cook with. But one thing we have learned is that it’s important ..read more

A visit to Cava Codorníu, the biggest winery in Spain and the first to produce Cava, is definitely a must for any wine lover visiting Barcelona Spain, and anyone looking for a great historical (and entertaining) winery experience. Explore what you can expect from a visit to this historic winery in a stunning region! Highlights Raventós Codorníu is the oldest family company in Spain, and also the biggest winery in Spain. Has an old and rich history (over 450 years). The property is considered a National Historical-Artistic Heritage as of 1976. Known for inventing Cava. They produce 90 million ..read more

Smoked Lamb Shoulder is slow smoked to perfection, and then tenderly pulled making incredible smoked pulled lamb sliders. This lamb sandwich is great for a crowd or even as the main meal. Pulled lamb slider with homemade slaw Living here in the Pacific Northwest (PNW) gives us access to amazing meat. And one meat that stands out to is lamb. Often seen in Australia or New Zealand, lamb is common among PNW restaurants and is prepared in so many ways. Well, we had to put our own spin on it, so today we’re talking about pulled lamb shoulder that we shred into the ultimate lamb slider. Table of Con ..read more

Your guide to How to Make the Ultimate Mimosa Bar! No matter what time of year it is, mimosa bars are always a great idea! Whether for a wedding or baby shower, celebration, or heck, even Sunday football, your brunch needs a mimosa. And we’re here to show you how to create the best Mimosa Bar along with some fun ways to jazz up the average orange juice version. As much as I’m a straight up Champagne gal (if you’ve been following this site for any reasonable time, you know sparkling wine is my favorite beverage in the world!), I also love a fresh fruit mimosa on a lazy weekend morning. Table o ..read more

Tri-Tip Fajitas are a delicious, quick, and festive meal. Start by grilling the Tri-Tip at the same time as the peppers for ease and then slice it thinly for incredible, tender, smoky, and savory steak fajitas. Give this recipe a try next time you’re craving fajitas! Recipe Highlights We follow our Grilled Tri-Tip recipe for added live-fire flavor to the meat. Tri-Tip makes a great steak fajita ingredient because it’s well marbled while still tender and cooks fast. It’s also a great way to stretch your budget with this larger cut of beef. But you can substitute any steak cut. You can add any ..read more

Smoked Beef Ribs are the ultimate treat for beef lovers. Slowly smoked, these giant ribs are rich, tender, and melt in your mouth like butter! For this recipe we’re using Plate Short Ribs, because it’s my all time favorite cut of beef. Find out why these dinosaur style beef ribs are so popular. Table of Contents Types of Beef Ribs Beef Rib Preparation and Seasoning Tools and Equipment How to Smoke Beef Ribs Key Tip When To Start Spritzing At What Temperature Are Beef Ribs Done? Slicing Making in Advance Best Sides for Beef Ribs Frequently Asked Questions Wine Pairing for Beef Ribs Easy Smoke ..read more

The combination of grill roasted rich prunes and earthy ancho chilies mixed with grilled chicken is a winning combination!  Before you say, “Whaaaaaa the? Prunes and chicken??” Just take a deep breath and trust me when I say this Grilled Chicken with Ancho Chilies and Prunes is an amazing combination. Table of Contents Ingredients How to make Grilled Chicken with Ancho Chilies and Prune Sauce Tools For the Ancho Chili and Prune Sauce: Wine Pairing Other Grilled Chicken Recipes Ancho Grilled Chicken Recipe with Ancho and Prune Sauce There’s an awesome group of wine bloggers I’m friends ..read more