Mushroom Cream Pasta Recipe

Mushroom Cream Pasta Recipe

As the weather begins to cool during the Fall months that coincide with Harvest Season in wine country, foods that are warmer and more comforting during this time are more appropriate. We are featuring the Platypus Wine Tours’ version of a Mushroom Cream Pasta Recipe....
Rich Mushroom Soup

Rich Mushroom Soup

As a winery tour company, we are always seeking ways to delight and entertain guests and friends. That’s why we love featuring delicious recipes and wine pairings that will help you bring a piece of wine country home. This delicious offering, now part of the...
The Platypus Kitchen and Lentil Salad Recipe

The Platypus Kitchen and Lentil Salad Recipe

Besides the excellent commentary and memorable visits to some of Napa and Sonoma County’s boutique wineries, Platypus Wine Tours is also popular for the delicious food they serve. Unlike other tour companies, the culinary staff prepares fresh meals for each outing in...
Birthday Quinoa Salad

Birthday Quinoa Salad

Recipe for the Platypus Quinoa Salad Ingredients One cup of “regular” quinoa Two cups of vegetable or chicken broth One small onion, coarsely chopped Two cucumbers, peeled and chopped Two yellow/summer squash chopped One red bell pepper chopped 3-4 scallions chopped...
Bama Macaroni Salad

Bama Macaroni Salad

So, to satisfy everyone’s curiosity and enhance your summer BBQ season, Platypus presents our recipe for this tasty dish to pair with any of your favorite Napa or Sonoma Valley wines. Bama Macaroni Salad by Platypus Wine Tours Gather these Ingredients One pound of...
Recipe: Thai Cabbage Slaw

Recipe: Thai Cabbage Slaw

With the weather warming up and grilling season fast approaching, it’s SLIDER time! We love sliders for how quick and easy they are to make, as well as for all the fun customizing opportunities. What wine will you pair? It depends on your meat and condiments....