Posts Tagged ‘Wine’

• Pairing Wine with Pasta Sauces

  • May 24th, 2019
  • Posted in Italian Cuisine
  • Tags: pasta, Wine

  There are a few things that Italian cuisine is known for above all else: fresh Mediterranean flavors, pasta with delicious sauces, and great Italian wines. Whether you’re preparing an intimate meal of pasta at home or heading out to your… Read More

• 5 Cheese and Wine Pairings to Try!

  • February 22nd, 2019
  • Posted in Basta Pasta
  • Tags: Basta Pasta, cheese, Wine

  The right wine pairing is a great way to compliment any dish or charcuterie spread. Whether you’re hosting a small dinner party or other gathering with family and friends, it can be tricky to find the right pairings to please… Read More

• 6 Cheese and Wine Pairings to Try This Weekend

  • April 18th, 2018
  • Posted in Italian Cuisine
  • Tags: Basta Pasta, cheese, Wine

  This weekend, why not gather friends and family for a wine and cheese tasting party! Wine and cheese pairing is an ancient tradition that may seem intimidating but the payoff is more than worth it. Keep your event as casual… Read More

• 7 Reasons to Have a Glass of Wine Tonight

  • August 11th, 2017
  • Posted in Wine Menu
  • Tags: health benefits, red wine, Wine

  At the end of a long workweek, there’s no better remedy than enjoying a glass of wine with friends. Whether you prefer a dry Cabernet or a sweet Riesling, it’s important to understand which wines provide the most health benefits,… Read More

• A Brief Guide to Italian Wine

  • July 14th, 2017
  • Posted in Wine Menu
  • Tags: Basta Pasta, guide, Italian, Wine

  At Basta Pasta, there is only one thing that we love as much as Italian cuisine—Italian wine! While Italian wine might sound intimidating and a bit hard to get into, it can be incredibly simple to drink and enjoy. Here… Read More

• How are Champagne and Sparking White Wine Different

  • February 10th, 2017
  • Posted in Wine Menu
  • Tags: champage, sparking white wine, Wine, wine menu

  While sparkling white wine and champagne both bubble and they have a certain irresistible freshness and trademark “pop” when opened, their differences definitely outweigh their similarities. In fact, there are a few key reasons why sparkling white wine and champagne are… Read More

• Matching Wines with Sauces: A Guide

  • August 19th, 2016
  • Posted in Wine Menu
  • Tags: italian cooking, Italian Cuisine, Wine

  Food and wine is one of the most classic combinations in western cuisine. However, there’s more too to it than just slapping a random bottle next to some chicken cacciatore and calling it a pairing. If the world of wine… Read More

• Wait, Really? Is Wine Good For You?

  • March 2nd, 2016
  • Posted in Wine Menu
  • Tags: health benefits of wine, Wine

  Yes, yes it is. And no, you’re not dreaming. Wine has been proven to have legitimate health benefits. That’s right, enjoying a glass with dinner every so often has actually been good for you. We should clarify that these health… Read More

• A Basic Guide for Wine Pairings in Italian Cuisine

  • January 13th, 2016
  • Posted in Blog, Wine Menu
  • Tags: Basta Pasta, date night, Italian Cuisine, Wine, wine pairings, wine questions

  Italian cuisine is one of the most respected in the wide world of food, and along with good food comes good wine. Wine experts around the globe have worked to perfect their crafts, and in doing so have noted which… Read More

• Fun Facts About Wine

  • November 20th, 2015
  • Posted in Wine Menu
  • Tags: fun facts, Wine

  No matter your favorite—white, red, rosé, or dessert wine—there’s no denying wine is a staple in Italian cuisine and beyond. But what do we really know about wine? Let’s dig deeper into the world of wine with these fun facts.