White wine with fish, or is it chicken? Red wine goes best with steak, or is it pork? What do I serve with ribs? How does lamb fall into this category? ARGH! Why is food and wine pairing so complicated? HELP!
Have you ever been tasked with creating an important dinner party, and did not know what to serve with what? Have you ever felt like pulling your hair out while standing at your local wine dealer’s knowing that this dinner has to be perfect, but not having the background to select the perfect wine? Well, join the ranks of those who have come before you, then take a deep breath and read on to help you understand complimentary food and wine pairings.

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