Fresh Bites
 Photo: Alan Bartl
Experiencing
new flavors every day is one
of the great rewards of a life
that embraces food and wine.
As a chef, I love the process
behind cuisine, whether it's
tasting a new Pinot Noir, buying
fresh peaches, or combining
one delicious ingredient with
another. And what really breathes
life into a meal is connecting
with those who made the wine,
grew the peaches, and who enjoy
the meal after I've done my
part.
From the vineyard and the farm, to the kitchen and the table, I look for ways to make these connections stronger. My favorite foods are those grown by people I know. My cooking often begins at the farmers' market. I go there with an open mind and see what catches my eye - spectacular seasonal produce is often the inspiration for an entire meal. Living in Sonoma County makes it easy to trace wines to their source as well. Drinking a Pinot Noir made by friends, and knowing the wisdom and imagination they put into their craft, makes each sip that much fuller.
 Photo: Giovanni Caselli
Even
if it's nothing fancier than
dinner on a Tuesday night,
each meal can be something to
celebrate. It's something you
can do in your own home. Read
how in Fresh
Ideas.
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