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Happy Hour: 2008 Colomé Torrontés

partysugar — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 16:15:36 -0800

Last week I went to an Argentine wine tasting where I tried Colomé's 2008 Torrontés ($10.87). One of Argentina's most popular white grapes, the Torrontés grape was originally from Spain. Generally speaking Torrontés are similar to a Muscat or Gewürtztraminer.

From the Salta region of Argentina, the Bodega Colomé estate is one of the world's highest (over 7,500 feet) vineyards. Their Torrontés is an exceptional white with fruity aromas and a zingy finish. Crisp and clean, this delightful, light white is perfect chilled. It's highly drinkable and would be an excellent start to dinner. Pair with cured meats, cheese, and seafood.

Have you tried a Torrontés or any other wine from Argentina?

How to Host an Argentine Asado

partysugar — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 05:30:41 -0700

Last weekend I hosted an Argentine asado. South America's version of the barbecue, an asado is basically a big grill-fest with a wide selection of grilled dishes. If you plan on entertaining a crowd this Summer, consider hosting an asado. The preparation is minimal, leaving plenty of time to visit with guests. Since my sister and her best friend lived in Argentina, we tried to make our version of the asado as authentic as possible. To learn more about the tradition, click on the "Start" button.

A Condiment Worth Making: Chimichurri

partysugar — Mon, 19 May 2008 09:07:36 -0700

When I went to South America, I made it my mission to find an amazing chimichurri recipe. The green paste-like sauce is Argentina's most popular condiment. An essential topping for grilled meat, the sauce is incredibly easy to make and much more delicious than anything that comes out of a bottle.

Since Memorial Day is this weekend, I thought you might be interested in experimenting with my recipe. After tasting chimichurri at countless restaurants, I came across this variation at a packed parilla. I begged the waiter for the recipe and wrote it down on a napkin that I still have. To experiment with this scrumptious sauce — it's delicious on grilled fish, chicken, or even vegetables —

Yummy Link: How to Make Dulce de Leche

partysugar — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 12:35:51 -0700

By now you must know that I have a thing for dulce de leche, and it turns out that I'm not the only one. Apparently it's the world's most beloved caramel! Dulce de leche is super simple to make — all you need is time — to learn how, watch this informative video. — Food Wishes Video Recipes

Definition: Dulce de Leche

partysugar — Tue, 18 Sep 2007 08:45:31 -0700

Dulce de Leche
Literally translated from Spanish it means sweet of milk. This traditional dessert candy is a milk sugar mixture that is boiled and cooked down until it has turned into a thick syrup like consistency. Similar in taste, texture, and color to caramel. It is found in much of South America.

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