By Dila Lee
Veggie Hummus – White wines that taste fuller and creamier such as those from Bordeaux or Burgundy generally would the best pairing option for hummus; however, with this specific Turkish recipe, we can get a little more adventurous! Considering the dish being packed with powerful flavors like garlic and citrus, a crips Assyritko from the Santorini region of Greece or a zesty acidity of a Nothern Italian Pinot Grigio to contrast the flavor of the these powerful flavors would be greatlu complementary.
Beef Hummus – While a medium bodied dry rose would complement both the plain and the beef versions of this dish, a soft, easy-drinking and luscious domestic Merlot will step right up to it!
Your local grocery store may have exactly what you’re looking for! Here are a few links to the wine department of major grocery outlets most likely near you:
Born and raised in Turkey, Dila Lee moved to the United States after receiving her Master’s degree in Education in Japanese. Since then, she has worked in some of the most prestigious Japanese restaurants across the country. Within fine dining, Dila navigated the largest sake program in the U.S., and managed one of the most impressive wine lists in San Francisco. She also oversaw beverages at one of Chicago’s highest-grossing restaurants & nightclubs.
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