The Power of Pairing
Remember the last time you went out to dinner? There's usually a suggested drink section on the menu detailing what spirit would go well with your entree.
Maybe this sight has become so natural that you barely give it a second glace...or maybe you love complementing your meals with tasteful beverages. Either way, the art of matching drinks and food is called “pairing”, and it’s pretty trendy...with good reason!
As mixologists (cocktail creators) have grown more innovative, food and cocktail pairings have gained popularity. What makes pairing so intriguing, you might ask? It’s all about matching and balancing flavors. Great dishes and great cocktails are...well...great, but together they can bring out a whole new medley of flavors you wouldn’t otherwise experience.
There are a few ways to approach food and cocktail pairing. A common method is to take the strongest flavor of a dish and contrast it with the strongest flavor in a cocktail. For example, a softly seasoned chicken entrée goes well with a Lone Duck Old Fashioned, and a sweet dessert could be paired with a refreshing Lakeview Vodka and soda.
You can also use your dishes to inspire the cocktails paired with them. Perhaps enjoy a sparkling vodka cranberry soda with a cranberry vinaigrette salad. Just make sure the flavors aren’t too overpowering. Remember, it’s all about balance!
Not only has pairing become popular, but pairing dinners are a fun dining option at many restaurants. Why not let the culinary pros create a tasty menu and serve it with phenomenal cocktails? Sounds great to us!
Want to experience some professional pairing that won't break the bank? Northern Oasis Spirits has teamed up with Grazies Italian Grill in Stevens Point, WI to bring you a pairing dinner filled with local favorites. On Monday, February 24th, join us from 5-8 pm as we dish up the most popular appetizers, entrees, and deserts Grazies Italian Grill has to offer and wash it down with your favorite Northern Oasis cocktails. You don’t want to miss this!
Call 715-345-7808 to reserve your seat before they’re gone! Prepare yourself for a night filled with delicious food and great cocktails. We’ll see you there!