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Bright, citrusy ceviche is the ultimate refreshing starter for a dinner party whether served in a bowl or as a tostada. It also makes a fantastic addition to any Cinco de Mayo buffet when served with crunchy tortilla chips.

Quiche is delicious for breakfast, lunch, or dinner and always welcome at the brunch table. For this version we decided to combine shrimp, a stalwart of the brunch buffet, with the fresh spring flavors of asparagus and chives.

One thing about this recipe is certain; The Poor Knights of Windsor never had it so good when it came to their “lost bread”. No Sir, this is a pain perdu fit for the most well-heeled lover of breakfast and brunch due to its sweet creamy filling and a seasonally inspired fruit compote.

Everybody loves crepes! Whether sweet or savory they are one of Brittany’s greatest contributions to French cuisine. It’s no wonder you will find variations on the theme all around the world.

Renowned winemaker, Andy Erickson, carries an impressive Napa resume including time spent at Harlan Estate, Staglin Family Vineyards, and Screaming Eagle.

Join Alicia and one of the most celebrated names in wine, Paul Hobbs, as they taste through some of Paul's most popular wines from California.

Join Alicia, Binny's Wine Educator, and Tim and Dante Mondavi for a tasting of Continuum, a wine that is described as the culmination of the Mondavi family's four generations in wine.

Roger is a beer and spirits guy, so wine is usually a little overwhelming for him. The one area of wine he has delved into a bit are fortified wines.

Le Beaujolais Nouveau est arrivé! Just a few days ago, we celebrated the 2020 release of Beaujolais Nouveau, an annual celebration on the third Thursday of every November. This wine from the Gamay variety has origins in post-WWII France when wineries were cash-poor.

Discover the structured, full-bodied wines of Ribera del Duero with Binny's wine education team.