Pairings | Timothy Taylor Landlord

Which wines - or beers - pair best with cooked cheese?

Posted on March 29 2008 at 08:54

Cheese and wine is a notorious minefield but is it any easier when the cheese is cooked? See my suggestions to match Mark Hix's delicious recipes in the Independent today:

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What to drink with a TV dinner?

Posted on June 21 2009 at 12:17

This month’s issue of Observer Food Monthly hasa special on TV dinners featuring celebrities talking about their favourite snacks. Very few beverages are mentioned so I thought I’d suggest a few pairings ;-)

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