WineLife365

New Year’s Eve is a time to celebrate new beginnings.  So after all the drinking, Dick Clark/Ryan Seacrest, and Black Eyed Peas that one can possibly handle in one night, here’s an idea for the morning after that will start your 2011 off on the right foot:  Poached Eggs & Sparkling Wine!

You’ve never poached an egg before?  Don’t sweat it – it’s pretty easy once you get the hang of it!  Check out this video and you’ll see just how easy it really is:

For me, the fun part is actually seasoning the poached eggs.  This is one of my favorite ways to serve poached eggs:

• Drizzle the plate with White Truffle Oil
• Top the White Truffle Oil with Victoria Gourmet’s Herbes de Provence
• Place poached eggs on top
• Sprinkle Victoria Gourmet’s Ginger Citrus Seasoning  on top of the eggs
• Add a splash of Tabasco Sauce

For the Sparkler, why not try an Italian Prosecco?  Consider Oriel 365: “Named for the essence of Prosecco – An invitation to celebrate every day!”  Another terrific choice is an affordable Spanish Cava.  For around $10, you can enjoy a Reserva Brut like the Paul Cheneau Blanc de Blanc which is made in the French méthode traditionnelle.  If you like your sparkler with a touch of sweetness, the Valdo Nerello Mascalese Brut Rose also hits the spot with poached eggs.  Enjoy!

Happy New Year…Wishing all of you the best in 2011!