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Set The Mood
Try dressing up the meal by swapping plasticware and cardboard containers with real spoons and plates. (Read: the kind you don't throw away.) Or, if you think take-out should mean no dishwashing, keep the containers and plastic, play some music, break out a tablecloth and enjoy.
Wine Time
You might be surprised to learn that plenty of wines pair perfectly with take-out meals and don't break the bank. For instance, try a white wine such as Gallo Family Vineyards Twin Valley Sauvignon Blanc ($5.99) with Asian cuisine like Chinese, Thai and Japanese as well as barbecue and salads. Or you can try a Twin Valley Cabernet Sauvignon with chicken wings, Mexican, and Italian sub sandwiches. For desserts, go with a Twin Valley Moscato. It can be perfectly paired with creamy desserts or simply poured over fresh fruit. You can also use the Moscato to add flavor to some classic take-out sauces. Try these ideas:
• Asian Soy Sauce: Five ounces of the Moscato will add some gusto to your favorite Asian dipping sauce recipes.
• Italian Puttanesca: Three ounces of the Moscato will enhance the flavor in this classic favorite.
• Salsa Verde: Adding two ounces of Twin Valley Moscato softens the spiciness, making it more palate friendly. The Gallo Family
For more information, visit www.ejgtwinvalley.com. Take-Out Is In-Pairing
take-out with the right beverages can add to the eat-at-home experience.
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