Food

This turkey brine makes the most delicious golden brown bird you’ve ever had, and it’s perfect for a wine country Thanksgiving! Sur La Table has brining bags that make the process so much easier and a cinch to clean up. And you gotta love the classic pairing of Pinot Noir and turkey! • 7 quarts

Ratatouille is one of my favorite late summer dishes to prepare. Not only will you use up a whole bunch of the zucchini, squash, and tomatoes that are taking over your yard this time of year, but you’ll enjoy a delicious dish many times over. This recipe makes a whole lot, so use the leftovers

Pissaladiere, the Provencal tart made with caramelized onions, anchovies, and black olives, takes on pizza form in this amazingly flavorful recipe. Of course, you could always make this on a tart crust as well; just fold over the edges to form a rustic crust. Rose is an outstanding match for the sweet onions mixed with

This July 14th (Bastille Day!), you might be feeling a little French. Try this velvety and delicious quiche with a simple green salad for a gourmet dinner- a la francaise! Use the real cream for the ultimate in silky deliciousness- or substitute half and half for something slightly less decadent. You can throw in some