APPETIZERS

Rove Estate Recipe: Melon Basil Prosciutto Skewers

Pair this summery appetizer with a glass of Pinot Grigio. Ingredients (and 1 tool) 1 cantaloupe melon 1 seedless watermelon Thinly sliced prosciutto Fresh basil ...

Savory Gougères

Yield: 4 dozen Gougère Shells Ingredients 1 cup skim milk 6 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon salt 5 ¾ ounces all-purpose flour 4 large eggs Directions Preheat oven...

Miniature Lobster Rolls

Servings: 16 Ingredients Four 1 ½-pound cooked lobsters, or 4 lobster tails, or 1 ½ pounds lobster meat Saffron orange aioli 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed...

Black Star Farms Signature Bruschetta

The following recipe is a favorite among guests at the Inn at Black Star Farms, which was recently voted No. 3 on USA Today’s 10Best...

Brie with Maple-Glazed Walnuts from Sandhill Crane Vineyards

The following recipe from Sandhill Crane Vineyards in Jackson is perfect for holiday entertaining — even if you’re just entertaining your own household or...

Clara Dueweke’s Pizza Rolls

The following recipe was provided by Cortney Casey of Michigan By The Bottle Tasting Rooms. It was her grandmother's — and a family favorite...

Contessa Wine Cellars Guacamole

4 soft avocados 1 small ripe tomato, finely chopped 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 small clove garlic, crushed 1 to 2 tablespoons of jalapeno juice (from jar...
BLT bite

Cracked Pepper BLT Bites

A nice general guideline for wine and food pairing is that salty and spicy foods go well with low-alcohol, fruity wines. This pairing from...

Wine Mushroom Caps

Wine Mushroom Caps - Sauté garlic in butter in saucepan. Add the grated cheese, bread crumbs and wine. Mix well. Fill mushroom caps with mixture.

Wine Cheese Spread

Wine Cheese Spread - It's simple. Just mix it all together until it looks right. If you want to use it as a dip, add more wine until thin enough.

Smoked Whitefish Pate

Smoked Whitefish Pate - Cream the cheese, add remaining ingredients, and mix well. Serve on endive, crackers, or in phyllo cups.

Port Wine Cheese Spread

Port Wine Cheese Spread - Combine wine and butter in a small bowl. In food processor or blender, combine cheese, sour cream, salt and cayenne pepper.

Mushroom & Leek Tartlets

Mushroom & Leek Tartlets - Over a medium heat melt fat then add mushrooms and leeks. Cook slowly over low heat until dry, approximately one hour. Add pancetta, salt and pepper.

Leelanau Fondue

Leelanau Fondue - Rub the interior of the fondue pot with the garlic halves, then discard. Place the fondue pot over medium heat, add the wine and gently heat, about 5 minutes.

Cheese and Wine Spread

Cheese and Wine Spread - Combine all ingredients except crackers and grapes in blender or food processor; blend until smooth and thoroughly combined.

Artichoke Pizza Appetizer

Artichoke Pizza Appetizer - Courtesy of Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery, Favorite recipe of Steve Callewaert, Tasting Room Staff

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