In the culinary world there are many useful ingredients that go into making our food. Staples such as salt and pepper help to give dishes much needed flavor. Other chefs use various ingredients that will help change the way that food tastes by providing needed sweet or savory flavors. However, one of the most useful items that can be used in cooking, as well as consuming, is wine.

There are various types of wine that are widely used as a drink and in food. These types of wines have various characteristics which range from the citrus flavor of a Chardonnay to the hearty flavor of a Shiraz. The type of wine that you either drink or use in cooking can change your meal. By pairing your wine with your meal, it can help compliment your food. In addition, by cooking with wine, culinary experts have found ways to augment the flavor and taste of your food.

To learn more about wine and how it can be used as a drink with a meal, or as a cooking addition to your meal, please review the following information. We hope this helps you learn more about how wine can be an important part of your meals.

• The History and Origin of Wine
• Beginners Wine Guide
• Wine Basics for Beginners
• New York Times Wine Study Guide
• Wine for Beginners
• Overview of the Types of Wine
• Types of Wine
• Wine Grape Varieties
• Wine Grape FAQ
• European Wine Grape Varieties
• Risks and Benefits of Wine Usage
• What are the Health Benefits of Red Wine?
• The Red Wine Health Myth
• The Benefits of Chocolate and Wine
• Wine and Health
• Six Secrets of Cooking with Wine
• Cooking With Wine
• Information About Cooking With Wine
• Food and Wine Recipes and Pairings
• Wine and Food Pairing Basics
• Wine Pairing Basics
• Wine and Food Pairing Chart
• American Institute of Wine and Food
• Tips for Choosing a Cooking Wine
• All About Cooking With Wine Videos
• Wine Resources and Links
• Wine Resources and Other Informational Links
• Wine Resources
• Boston University Wine Resource Center
• OSU Grape and Wine Resources