Grill Master General: The Perfect Match
January 24, 2008 – 9:36 amI was recently told that the average household has 4-6 bottles of salad dressing, with most being purchased by women. As a guy, I have two: a bottle of Italian for myself, and a bottle of ranch in case some kid comes over and needs to dip carrot in order to make the vegetable palatable.
As a guy, my interest and culinary sophistication is derived from nature. And by nature, I don’t mean from organic foods or vegetables. I mean meat. Meat that I can cook on my excessively oversized stainless steel grill, or pile so high on a sandwich that even Dagwood Bumstead would be envious. My grilling acumen has even led me to receive the un-official moniker (mostly self claimed) of “Grill Master General”.
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Can a movie be made without a director? Would a team play their very best without a coach? My guess is probably not. Well, a party without a host is as good as an orchestra without a conductor. No matter how much you spend on a fancy caterer, valet, and door prizes, nothing makes a party more successful than a talented host. If the host thinks their job is over once the guests arrive, that’s when a party can fall flat. A good host knows how to make guests mingle, meet, eat, drink, and be merry; all without realizing someone (the host) is directing this blissful show. Worried you’re not a naturally gifted host? Luckily, there is very little training required! Read this, heed this, and you’ll be touted “the host with the most,” this season.
One of my favorite things at holiday parties is the appetizers … if they’re good that is! Over the past few weeks, we’ve been unearthing the rich history of mustard, as well as sharing various mustard inspired recipes. When you want to add a healthy punch of flavor to your culinary creations, mustard is a “go to” ingredient. Don’t disappoint your guests with average appetizers. Try these easy recipes that are flavorful and festive!
Yesterday, I paired wines with various mustards; wine enthusiasts are always pairing a specific wine with a specific food to create the optimal gastronomic experience. Well, wine is not the only pairing avenue worth exploring. Pairing your meat with the perfect mustard can also whisk the entire dish to delicious new heights. Grey Poupon’s new mustard flavors are especially excellent when paired with the appropriate meat, so I’ll share a few little secrets with you to make your meat and mustard taste more flavorful than ever.
Pairing wine and mustard can be a tricky task, but well worth the effort! Most mustard, by its very nature, has a somewhat strong, tangy flavor. If you do not choose an appropriate mustard, it will compete with your wine, bowling over any subtle flavor notes that exist in the drink. Follow these basic rules to ensure your wine and mustard stay on friendly terms!
