BUBBLES & BITES
A welcome-glass of bubbles is de rigueur this time of year (and really, why not any time?), but that doesn’t mean the pairings must be overly fussy to be perfect. We took a stroll down the snack aisle, raided the pantry and put together a cheese board to create a spread of simple things you can throw on a table or pass around for your guests to nosh and still have time to enjoy their company. The basic rule is you don’t have to go overboard to find the perfect complements to Champagne. But go right ahead and dip those chips in caviar.
GUACAMOLE (AND CHIPS)
Zippy expressions of yellow stone fruit and quince beautifully enhance the creamy ripeness of avocado, while the wine’s bright acidity enhances the guac’s lime and salt. The toasty brioche undertones help satisfy the palate while you dive in with another
