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]]>Wine is a perfect drink for many occasions – the end of a long day, dinner with friends, or event a summer afternoon outside. So it’s no surprise that there are tons of gadgets out there dedicated to drinking wine. Here are some of the best gadgets for wine for 2018.
Coravin Model Two Wine System
The Coravin Model Two fixes the dilemma most wine drinkers face – to open the bottle or let it age longer? This system allows you to pour wine from a bottle without damaging the cork, meaning once you poured yourself a glass, you can let it sit on its own! A needle is inserted into the cork, then pressurized to release wine. Once removed, the cork reseals and continues to protect the wine. Buy it here.
Vacu Vin Wine Savers
While the Coravin Model two is great for sneaking glasses of wine from a bottle that you ultimately want to age longer, the Vacu Vin Wine Saver is great to keep an open bottle fresh. The Vacu Vin uses a stopper and pump to seal an uncorked bottle preventing oxygen from getting in, the main culprit of turning wine sour. Because the seal is airtight, the Vacu Vin can keep a bottle fresh up to a week after it is open. Buy it here.
Oyster Rechargeable Cordless Wine Opener with Chiller
While a regular corkscrew manual wine opener has opened many a bottle, there are many electric wine openers available now that helps reduce the amount of broken corks. Let’s face it, there’s nothing worse than a broken cork stuck in a new bottle of wine. The Oster Cordless Wine Opener removes the cork with just a push of a button. It is ergonomically designed so that the handle fits comfortably in your hand and allows for a firm grip. Bonus – it also comes with a stainless steel wine chiller. Buy it here.
Wine Pearls
Sometimes there’s nothing worse when pouring yourself a drink than realizing your white wine is no longer chilled. Rather than drag an ice bucket out every time you enjoy a glass, use a few Wine Pearls to keep your drink cold. These stainless steel ovals are made with food-grade freeze gel and can help keep wine chilled for up to 30 minutes. Buy them here.
Eto Decanter
The Eto Decanter is a beautiful and interestingly designed decanter that aims to keep your wine perfect without wasting a drop. Pour your wine inside and let it sit and breath to open up the flavors. You can pour wine straight from the decanter, then seal it to preserve whatever wine you don’t finish, ensuring you don’t waste a drop. Pre-order it here.
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]]>Step 1: Select the cheeses
When choosing your cheeses, think contrasting textures and flavors, from soft to firm, and sweet to pungent.
- Firm: Cheddar, Manchego, Gruyere, Mimolette, Fontina, Parmigiano-Reggiano
- Semi-Soft: Constant Bliss, Morbier, Taleggio, Vacherin, Reblochon
- Double- or Triple-Cream: Saint-Andre, Camembert, Brie, Brillant-Savarin
- Blue-Veined: Gorgonzola, Roquefort, Bleu de Bresse
- Goats and Sheep’s Milk: Brebis Pyrenees, Humboldt Fog
If you need inspiration, here’s a sampling of some of our favorite:
- Mitica Pecorina Toscano Stagionato (dense, firm sheep’s milk)
- Salvatore Bklyn Smoked Whole Milk Ricotta
- Saint-Andre Triple Creme Cow’s Milk
- Isigny Ste. Mere Brie
- Rogue Creamery Smokey Blue
- Tartufo Truffle Gouda
- Vermont Creamery Bijou (ripened goat)
Step 2: Pick the right amount of cheese
In general, 3 ounces of cheese per person is a good rule of thumb. If you’re throwing a party where cheese plays the starring role, plan on about 3 pounds for 8 people.
Step 3: Add your pairings/condiments
As with your cheeses, a range of textures and flavors in you accompanying nibbles is key. Try a mix of smattering of these:
- Bread: Fresh baguette slices, crostinis, classic water crackers, Parmesan straws
- Jams and spreads: Sweet fig, tart cherry or chutney, honey
- Mustards: Brown spicy, honey, horseradish
- Olives: Kalamata, green, blue cheese stuffed
- Nuts: Marcona almonds, candiend walnuts, pistachios
- Veggies: Cornichons, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, caponata
- Fruit: Slices of tart apple or sweet pears, dried apricots or cranberries, fresh figs
- Charcuterie: Prosciutto, hard salami, pate
Step 4: Pick your board
An attractive serving board is just as important as what’s on it. Choose a rustic butcher board, wooden cutting board or slab of natural stone to make a statement.
Step 5: Serve and say cheese
Give your cheeses time to site at room temperature for approximately 45 minutes before serving to bring out their natural flavors and aromas. Make sure to set out a separate knife for each cheese, and, if you have time, add labels so your guests know what’s what. Eat and enjoy!
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]]>Barrels & Bottles
With 22 beers on tap and 24 wines on tap, this nano brewpub offers premium, hand-crafted beers and special guest taps, along with in-house staples like the Orange Creamsicle Ale, a Blonde Ale brewed with orange peel and vanilla beans.
Holidaily Brewing
Colorado’s only dedicated gluten-free brewing facility, Holidaily offers locally sourced, 100 percent gluten free beers with Colorado-grown millet and buckwheat like the BuckWit Belgan Ale.
Anthony’s Pizza & Pasta
“New York” style pizza fans can fold their slices all they want here, along with hot hero sandwiches, pastas and salads.
Cafe 13
Local favorite Cafe 13 has been closed for remodeling and will debut its new look and feel under new ownership soon, keeping many of its beloved recipes but giving us new updates like an in-house Bloody Mary recipe with bacon, as well as vegan and gluten free options. Check out their Instagram for the latest updates on opening.
Gold Mine Cupcakes
Everything is made from scratch at this award-winning confectionery paradise complete with a sprinkle bar to top off your treats. Don’t miss the carrot cake flavor. There are always a few gluten-free options daily, as well.
Genesee Pub & BBQ
This family-owned BBQ joint smokes meats daily onsite. It offers and extensive list of favorites like pulled pork and smoked chicken wings, plus all the classic sides.
Table Mountain Grill & Cantina
A popular place for brunch, Table Mountain Grill & Cantina offers classic Southwestern fare, as well as surf and turf. Try the perfectly seasoned guacamole and chips.
Indulge Bistro and Wine Bar
40 wines by the glass. What’s not to love?
Randy Buzz Meadery
The pleasures of drinking mead are alive and well in Golden, thanks to the purveyor of easy-drinking meads that are meant top put a randy pep in your step.
6th Annual Taste of Golden
March 25, 2019
Buffalo Rose Event Center, 1110 Washington Avenue, Golden
5:00pm to 7:30pm | Price: $30
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