Gougères and Crémant are a classic French apéritif pairing. The light, cheesy choux pastries are perfectly balanced by Crémant's bright acidity and fine bubbles, which cut through the richness and keep each bite fresh, elegant, and moreish.

A love letter to morels and slow cooking. This Croûte aux Morilles brings together fresh BC-foraged mushrooms, rich cream, and Jura-inspired wine pairing ideas. What to serve them with? Ideally something crisp, nutty, or sparkling. Comfort food, but make it a little wild.

I've always been drawn to France's Jura region, so this piece explores its distinctive wines through a Jura-inspired menu featuring Morel Chicken with oxidative white wine, Trousseau with cheese, and dessert wine pairing ideas. Part travel story, part wine guide, and part mushroom obsession.

Discover the origins of sparkling wine in Limoux, where bubbles were bottled long before Champagne. This story explores Blanquette de Limoux's history and pairs it with classic Tarragon Chicken to bring France's oldest sparkling tradition to the table.

Our visit to Château-Grillet, the tiny Rhône jewel famous for its rare, golden-hued Viognier, turned into a memorable little fiasco. Slightly defeated but undeterred, we cracked open a humbler bottle of Viognier with an even humbler petit beurre along the Rhône. Simple, unpretentious, and unexpectedly magical. Proof that even a missed tasting can make for the perfect picnic. Santé!

Celebrate Easter with the flavours of the Loire Valley, where pâté berrichon and French goat's cheese pair beautifully with crisp Sancerre Blanc. Discover how these fresh, mineral-driven wines bring balance and elegance to the Easter table.

Truite aux amandes is one of those simple dishes that feels effortlessly special—flaky trout, golden almonds, and a buttery lemon sauce. Paired with a crisp Riesling from Trimbach, it’s a perfect introduction to Alsace, its terroir, and the incredible versatility of its wines.

Pissaladière is a classic Niçoise onion and anchovy tart. Not a pizza. A thick, bread-like crust is topped with slow-caramelized onions, anchovies, and black olives: no tomato, no cheese, by design. Paired with a dry Provençal rosé, it’s an instant escape from Calgary’s winter to the south of France. Comforting, snackable, and perfect Friday-night movie food.

Coq au Vin is French comfort food at its best: slow-cooked chicken, bacon, mushrooms, and pearl onions in a rich, savoury sauce. Paired with Château-Fuissé Juliénas, the lively Gamay brings bright fruit and freshness that keeps the dish feeling rustic yet refined.

Steamed mussels with butter, white wine, and a glass of Pouilly-Fumé. Simple, briny, and deeply satisfying. A little French flair turns an easy seafood dinner into something worth lingering over.

Foie gras is an indulgence that deserves the right wine. Tokaji Aszú and Sauternes bring the sweetness, acidity, and balance to match its richness. It’s not about restraint. It’s about enjoying a little luxury well. Happy New Year 🥂

Jambon persillé in aspic is one of Burgundy’s understated gems, rustic, rich, and surprisingly elegant. Chablis brings the perfect contrast, with crisp acidity, citrus, and saline minerality cutting through the pork while lifting its fresh herbal notes.

Margarita first, then the real star: duck breast with a glossy Cointreau glaze, balanced by bright citrus and caramelized winter vegetables. Rich, cosy, and just the right excuse to linger over a drink.

One of our favourite holiday recipes is the rich and decadent Port Poached Pear Chocolate Cake with Blue Cheese. The combination may sound unusual to some, but trust me, it’s a match made in holiday heaven. It is also easy to make and so impressive!

Chartreuse is a legendary French liqueur made by Carthusian monks from a secret blend of 130 plants. Herbal, mysterious, and a little dramatic, it takes an already indulgent Italian tiramisu to another level.