Recipe: Holiday Pulled Pork

Recipe: Holiday Pulled Pork

Did you know that Chinese 5-spice brings the flavors and scents of the holidays to home?  The components of Chinese 5-spice vary a bit, but most contain an aromatic blend of cinnamon, clove, star anise, fennel and peppercorns.  These wonderful spices brought together...
Creamy Butternut Squash Soup

Creamy Butternut Squash Soup

This soup is quick and easy and oh so comforting as our weather begins to cool and we move into the holiday season. This recipe is rich and creamy and uses yummy coconut milk with a touch of lemon. Not a fan of coconut? Just swap out with vegetable broth or heavy...
Slaw Done Different

Slaw Done Different

This slaw is not your average slaw.  It is packed with hearty ingredients which can act as a side or even make a great lunch.  Our Slaw Done Different is great for summer but will move right into fall by featuring good ‘ole brussels sprouts. Pair it with your favorite...
Mediterranean Inspired Chicken & Kale

Mediterranean Inspired Chicken & Kale

Looking for a brightly flavored dish for those hot summer days? Try our Mediterranean-Inspired Chicken and Kale, which incorporates the fresh flavors of the region. In Napa and Sonoma, we experience a similar climate to the Mediterranean, making its cuisine very...
Balsamic Dressing Recipe: Elevate Your Sammie

Balsamic Dressing Recipe: Elevate Your Sammie

Each Platypus Wine Tour offers guests the chance to explore wine country, taste fine wines from wineries in Sonoma and wineries in Napa, and dine on a picnic lunch at a scenic location. Our chefs prepare the picnic and when it’s lunch time, our tour guides prepare the...
Warm the Soul: Chili Recipe

Warm the Soul: Chili Recipe

The wonderfully comforting chili recipe will warm the soul on these cold winter nights (or days for that matter as chili makes great leftovers). TOTAL TIME: 60 min (PREP: 15 min + COOK: 45 min) SERVINGS: 4-6 GATHER THESE INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil...