When you find a particular wine you really love, it’s always a treat find a meal to compliment the wine — both taste better! Plus, when you can whip up that meal in no time, it’s a win-win all around. That’s exactly what you’ll find here — two very easy fabulous meals with some wonderful wines to pair them with….
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A perfect pairing for Girard’s Luscious Wines
It was at a grand oyster and wine tasting in Houston that I got a chance to pair one of my all time favorite Sauv Blancs – Girard Sauvignon Blanc – with some re-discovered oysters from a centuries old reef in Galveston Bay.
Second Annual Tex-Fest Celebration
It’s an event as big as the Lone Star State…From February 29-March 13, H-E-B is celebrating its Texas roots by featuring the best of food and products grown and made right here in our home state. The second annual TEX-FEST takes place in all H-E-B stores across Texas.
Follow the fork to gourmet food
If you’ve come to the Fork in the Road, then you’ve come to the right place! It’s a real party at H-E-B’s Montrose Market location and their terrific gourmet food truck. Chef Sheryl whipped up some curbside delicacies for me, including a prime burger made with chunks of blue cheese, fresh parsley and her signature secret seasoning.
It’s All About the Toys
The right tools can make any task simpler and pasta making is no different. This incredible collection of pasta tools belongs to Mary Martini who runs the Central Market Cooking School in SA. Pasta making is Mary’s passion…a passion originates from her deep Italian roots.
A taste of France in Texas
Here’s a totally authentic French dish. Created by a French chef, developed in a French kitchen and now prepared…by you! Taste of France is such an elegant line and is found exclusively at H-E-B and Central Market retailers.
Burgers and soppin’ sauce
For more tasty burger ideas from your HEB in Houston….check these out! Even slider versions for a limited time. The secret to these delish burgers is the sauce! Ever heard of ‘Soppin’ Sauce’ ? Buy a variety because I loved every single one I tasted!! The Soppin’ Sauce is available at most HEB’s. I found mine at the HEB Plus at Blanco and 1604.
H-E-B’s Burger Bash!
Tired of the same old burger? Then check out these healthy, delicious new salmon burgers from H-E-B. Talk about good taste – Italian Bruschetta Burgers with Tomatoes and Parmesan, Fiesta Jalapeno Cheddar Burgers chock-full of zesty spice and rich cheese…
Tropical Take On Ceviché
These summer days are just packed, aren’t they? With endless amounts of errands and running around to do this summer, I find that the best ways to unwind are often the simplest. Case in point: how about an easy dish…one that requires very little preparation but packs a lot of flavor.
Keep cool with a nice brew this summer
As you know, I love a good glass of wine. But in the summer, sometimes an iced-cold beer is best. Matt Wheeler, the Sommelier at the H-E-B Bunker Hill, has some suggestions on finding a beer to beat the heat. Alamo Golden Ale is a smooth beer.
H-E-B’s banana-wrapped Chilean sea bass
Are you looking for a dish that’s not only delicious…but makes a fabulous presentation too? I’ve found it at H-E-B Cooking Connection. Chef Jeff Alfeche at the Bunker Hill location made this Banana Wrapped Chilean Sea Bass for me recently. Wow!
Pizza goes ‘Hollywood’
What a fun twist on traditional pizza! The best part about these pizzas is that you can toss on just about whatever you like to make them unique and all your own. H-E-B’s Cooking Connection Chef Elizabeth Hallier calls this pizza the ‘Hollywood Pizza’ because it’s so beautiful and light. It’s delicious too!
Crème bruleé with caramelized bananas
This is so easy to make! What a dish from Chef Byron Bergeron of the Fig Tree. The best part is that you can buy a pre-made Crème Brulee from H-E-B or Central Market, and then dress it up with these caramelized bananas.
Amazing, year-round grilled steak
Whether it’s hot or cold outside, as Texans, it is pre-ordained that we spend lots of time at the grill! This is an amazing, year-round steak. The key is that it is dry-aged. Over time, the flavor builds to a delicious grade. You can’t find this at every supermarket.
The Bigger the Pot the Better the Boil
Crawfish season is on! Get ‘em while they’re at here. Call your family, invite your friends – everyone will have a good time. HEB’s got loads of fresh crawfish right now, and if you don’t have a giant pot for the occasion they can probably help you out there too.