Savory Sweet Potato & Sage Soufflé

Green Bean Supreme Casserole

This is the La Crema Culinary team’s homemade version of the classic holiday side dish. You will notice that we stuck with the canned french fried onions, because they are...

California Cool: Touring the Terroir

Wine lovers agree – Sonoma and Monterey produce superstar Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. In this post, we’ll explore each region in more depth to understand nuances that tease the unique...

Fiscalini Cheddar & Grape Chutney Grilled Cheese Sandwich

In this edition of the La Crema Grilled Cheese Project, Chef Tracey Shepos, combines one of our favorite cheeses, Fiscalini Bandage-Wrapped Cheddar with a tangy and sweet homemade grape chutney...

DIY Yarn Wrapped Wine Bottles

Ever wondered what to do with all those left over La Crema wine bottles? Here is a simple DIY on how to wrap wine bottles with yarn to create rustic...

Fall Table Décor with La Crema Pinot Noir

Looking to autumn-ize your home? Here’s an idea for a decorative table setting that captures the cozy comfort of fall.

Spring Allium Soup

Alliums (garlic, onions chives, etc) are part of the Lily family. We thin the garden rows in the spring to make way for the large bulbs. The small seedlings look...

Pork Cutlets with Meyer Lemon & Caperberry Sauce

The addition of the Meyer lemon and caper berry sauce highlights the lush citrus notes in our Monterey Chardonnay. Often confused with capers, caper berries are the grape size berries...

Pork Loin Phyllo

The contrasting flavors of spicy and sweet in the recipe provide an excellent combination with our Pinot Noir. The cumin and black pepper bring out hints of smoke and tea...

What is the right wine serving temperature?

To best showcase the wines you love, it’s important to serve them at the right temperature. With just a few adjustments, you can bring out the best in your favorite...

Mini Falafel Pitas with Roasted Peppers & Goat Cheese

Incredibly popular in the Middle East, falafels are balls made from ground chickpeas that are usually served in a pita. The hearty flavor contributed by the falafel is complimented by...