Which wineries are leading the way with vegan wines? How are some restaurants expanding into innovative vegan or vegetarian menus? What makes Riesling so versatile, especially with vegan dishes?

In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with Jennifer Huether and Priya Rao, authors of The Social Herbivore: Perfect Pairings For Plant-Based Cuisine.

You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks

Giveaway

One of you is going to win a copy of Priya Rao & Jennifer Huether's terrific book, The Social Herbivore: Perfect Pairings For Plant-Based Cuisine - the first book ever on plant-based food and wine matching.

To qualify, all you have to do is email me at natalie@nataliemaclean.com and let me know that you've posted a review of the podcast. I'll choose one person randomly from those who contact me. Good luck!

Highlights

What surprised Jen about Riesling’s versatility?

What is Priya’s favourite unexpected and daring pairing?

Which recent advancements in the world of plant-based foods would Priya and Jen include in an updated edition of the Social Herbivore?

How are some restaurants expanding into innovative vegan or vegetarian offerings?

Which wineries are leading the way in producing vegan wines?

What goes into vegan charcuterie and cheese?

What is carbonic maceration, and how does it impact the taste and aroma of a wine?

What were Priya and Jen’s favourite vegan food and wine pairings?

How do the differences between animal and plant proteins and fats affect wine pairings?

How can you create a fun tasting experience to figure out the best wine pairings for spicy foods?

What can you do to extend the shelf life of an opened bottle of wine?

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About Priya Rao

A foodie and wine lover, Priya switched to a vegetarian diet in 1995 and then to a vegan one in 2011. She had previously hosted vegan food and wine events, appearing on Breakfast Television as a guest wine expert on 640AM and Rogers Daytime, and writing articles for Prince Edward County’s Grapevine Magazine, and more. She is currently a contributor for Vineroutes.com on all things vegan food & wine.

About Jennifer Huether

Jennifer’s love affair and studies in wine started in her early twenties with taking an interest course at George Brown college. From there, she immediately leapt into the Sommelier Certification from ISG graduating top of class, then Diploma of Wine from WSET, followed by the Advanced Sommelier passing in 2005 and finally the Master Sommelier Exams-becoming Canada’s first female Master Sommelier in 2011 graduating in Dallas Texas. Jennifer is one of thirty women Master Sommeliers in the world.

To learn more, visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/276.

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