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What to pair with Asian fare

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June 16, 2018 - A beautiful summer evening Host: Anna Attendees: Andrea, Julie, Reem The goal was to have something other than Riesling paired with Thai food. So a bit of research revealed that there are actually many other great options out there. Sparkling Rose from France, a Pinot Noir from Niagara, a Pinot Gris from Niagara, and with dessert, we enjoyed our old favourite, Riesling from Germany. Strawberry rhubarb crisp - seasonal delight! Menu: Asian spring rolls - we paired these with the sparkling rose, French chefs would be appalled at this pairing but who cares! the pairing worked well! Thai mango chicken salad lettuce wraps with a vegetarian option with tofu, Vietnamese beef patties with jasmine rice, apple/fennel slaw. From various comments over the evening the big hit was the Pinot Gris from Cave springs , a Vintage selection at $16.95. The rose from Bourgonge area of France was a great compliment, not too sweet or dry, just the right balan