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Vegan Ceci Bean Chili with Farro

This heart healthy, gluten free, and vegan chili became an instant classic as an employee lunch special at our Winery in Geyserville.

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Shrimp-Chorizo Street Tacos

Tacos are always a good idea, especially these Shrimp Chorizo Street Tacos! The slaw is packed with fresh flavors and compliments the spice from the chorizo. 

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Mini Blueberry Pies

Pie, as a finger food?! Summer is a perfect time for getting juicy blueberries and putting them into a flakey, buttery crust is absolute heaven. This grab and go treat is a perfectly sweet end cap to your table at your next gathering. 

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Going Vegan? 5 Ways to Eat Less Meat on the Way to Meatless

Plant-based eating is gaining momentum in the food world for many reasons. Some choose a diet sans meat, dairy, and animal products for ethical reasons; others, for health purposes

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11 Smart Tips for Eating Healthy on a Skinny Wallet

Eating healthy is sometimes hazardous for your wallet. Fruits, vegetables, lean proteins—the prices can all add up. But savvy shoppers know there are myriad ways to eat healthy foods, feel satisfied, and still keep a full wallet.

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Steak with Mustard Sauce

Steak with Mustard Sauce paired with Director's Cabernet Sauvignon

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Blackened Mahi Mahi

Blackened Mahi Mahi recipe paired Diamond Collection Pavilion Chardonnay

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Salmon Tacos with Avocado Yogurt Crema

Take your taco game up a notch by filling them with veggies and juicy protein-packed salmon! These salmon tacos are easy to make and you’ll want to put this avocado yogurt crema on literally everything!

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Rack of Lamb Madame Bali Recipe

This is an Armenian recipe, which I learned from my friend Armen Baliantz. The lamb racks are marinated in pomegranate juice and white onions for three days, and then grilled on our parrilla. 

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food of the italian south with author katie parla

Margherita Pizza Recipe

Thick-rimmed Neapolitan-style pizza has become synonymous with Italy, and it is arguably the country’s most famous export.

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Pasta Fagioli Soup

There are endless variations of this traditional Italian soup, and I've never had one I didn't enjoy. I particularly like this one in fall, when the weather is turning cool hut a few of summers tomatoes linger.

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Lime-Garlic Broiled Shrimp

A quick, easy and tasty recipe ideal for a busy night.

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