The Lighter Side: An All-American Cheese Board
A light appetizer cheese board is the perfect way to get your party started. Read on for a suggested combination of cheese, wine and accompaniments perfect for a light snack.
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Better Together
Pairings for Cheese and Common Cider Company Hard Ciders
There’s no better time than fall to enjoy a perfectly brewed hard cider — and nothing better to pair it with than a delightful cheese! This season, we’re loving the ciders from Common Cider for their light, crisp flavor with only a hint of sweetness. Check out our favorite brews, along with some suggestions for perfect pairings...
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“Adventure Series” Wines
Ready to sip something a little different? Step off the beaten path and explore some of the unique wines Nugget Markets has to offer as part of our new “Adventure Series.” These palate-pleasing libations include uncommon varietals and wines that hail from lesser-known growing regions of the world. “Adventure Series” Wine will highlight one unique wine a week to help you explore some curious kinds and unusual finds in our selection.
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Perfect Pairings for Fall
Tips for Assembling an Outstanding Cheese Board — and Don’t Forget the Wine (and Beer!)
With the holidays fast approaching, you might be starting to think about what sorts of tasty snacks to put out when company comes to town. You can’t go wrong with a nicely composed cheese plate — but don’t just cube some cheddar and call it a day! Try our suggestions for a well-rounded fall cheese tray...
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Pinkies Down, Please
Underwood Pinot Noir & Pinot Gris in Cans
Have you heard about the “Pinkies Down” campaign? The ultra-cool winemakers at Oregon’s Union Wine Co. started this trend, which encourages wine drinkers to focus more on the craft of winemaking, and less on the stuffiness and pretension that sometimes accompanies wine connoisseurship. In that spirit, they’ve released two of their most popular wines, Underwood Pinot Noir and Pinor Gris, packaged in aluminum cans.
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Cheese, Booze and Gold Medals
State Fair Winner Pairings
The winners have been chosen in this year’s State Fair competitions for California’s best beers, wines and cheeses, and Nugget Markets is happy to stock many of the top finishers! We’ve put together this handy guide to pairing these award-winning cheeses, beers and wines to create true gold-medal taste!
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Laugh Your Glass Off
Laughing Glass Margarita Premixed Drinks
Wouldn’t it be great to throw a party and actually have time to talk to your guests? Take a step in the right direction: try serving up a batch of Laughing Glass Margaritas. Delicious, all-natural and made with Super Premium Blanco tequila and organic agave nectar, these premixed margaritas are Nugget’s best-selling premixed drink.
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Brews and Bites For Dad!
Treat dad like a king this Father’s Day with these regal cheese(burger) and beer pairings, specially created by pro cheesemongers! Go the extra mile and grill up a juicy burger to top with one of these fantastic cheeses, then pair your creation with a complementary local brew!
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Father’s Day Cocktails on Fox 40
Our very own Don Ashton, wine steward and corporate mixologist, joined Fox 40 this morning to share simple and refreshing cocktails that we can suprise Dad with this Father's Day. Our favorite is his rendition of the classic Mai Tai, the Quasi Mai Tai!
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Coming to You Live From The Cheese & Beer Bar
Our specialty cheese mongers have put together cheese and beer pairings to help you treat Dad like a king this Father’s Day! Grill up a juicy burger, top it with your cheese of choice, add your favorite garnishes such as avocado, bacon, or spicy mustard, and pair with a local brew that will complement your juicy creation!