Can you pair pickled foods with wine, or will their vinegarized flavours ruin the wine? Which wines pair best with soft-shell crab? What goes into great food photography, whether in a magazine or cookbook?

In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with author Barbara Scott-Goodman.

You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks

Giveaway

Three of you will win a copy of Barbara Scott-Goodman's terrific book Wine Time: 70+ Recipes for Simple Bites That Pair Perfectly with Wine.

To qualify, all you have to do is email me at natalie@nataliemaclean.com and let me know that you've posted a review of the podcast. I'll choose one person randomly from those who contact me. Good luck!

Highlights

How did Barbara’s passion for creating recipes develop?

Which are the best wines to pair with soft-shell crab?

What was Barbara’s most memorable wine moment?

When did Barbara realize she wanted to transition into a writing career?

Why are book covers often like a political landmine?

What are the key elements of a good cookbook cover?

How did Barbara decide on the cover design for her book, Wine Time?

What makes great food photography?

How did the art of pickling surprise Barbara while researching Wine Time?

Can you pair pickled foods with wine?

Key Takeaways

Can you pair pickled foods with wine? As Barbara observed, contrary to popular belief, these vinegarized foods don’t always wreak havoc on wine. Riesling actually works very well with its own natural acidity, as do other acidic wines like Sauvignon Blanc and Gruner Veltliner.

Which wines pair best with soft-shell crab? Barbara would go with a chilled pinot grigio, or if she’s feeling extravagant, a white burgundy, which is an opulent French chardonnay.

What goes into great food photography, whether it’s in a magazine or cookbook? Barbara says there's a lot going on behind the scenes. You need to have a good food stylist and a good prop stylist. Most of us don't realize that there are people who get paid to shop for the right linen, the right glass, the right cup, and it's very subtle, but you look at it, you go, wow, that photograph is so good. It's because this team is thinking about it. And that's the magic of food photography.

About Barbara Scott-Goodman

Barbara Scott-Goodman is an author, art director, and designer of cookbooks for many publishers. Her most recent book is Wine Time ((Chronicle Books, 2021). Other books include Cake (Penguin Press, 2018), a collaboration with writer and illustrator Maira Kalman, Delicious Dessert Cocktails (Bluestreak Books, 2018), Brooklyn Bar Bites (Rizzoli, 2016), Happy Hour at Home (Running Press, 2013), and Wine Bites (Chronicle Books, 2011).

Her work has been featured in publications in print and online, including Food & Wine, Bon Appetit, Saveur, Publishers Weekly, Food52, and Sweet Paul. Her books always emphasize the importance of warm and intimate gatherings and eating, drinking, and living well in this era of non-ostentatious, casual entertaining.

To learn more, visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/283.

Should you avoid wine with sulphites? What are some of the important differences in the way wine is marketed to men versus women? How can you practice mindful drinking without giving up the wine you love?

In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm being interviewed by Erica Diamond on The Erica Diamond Podcast.

You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks

Highlights

Why did I choose to write a completely different genre for my third book, Wine Witch On Fire?

How did I first realize my drinking was sliding away from healthy?

Why do I say wine today is like Virginia Slims were in the 1960s?

What are some of the stark differences in how wine is marketed to men versus women?

What are some of the red flags that your drinking might be problematic?

Why did I decide to focus on harm-reduction techniques instead of going sober?

How do I now practice mindful drinking, considering that wine is integral to my career?

Should you avoid wine with sulphites?

What signs should you be aware of that suggest your drinking habits might be becoming unhealthy?

What words of wisdom would I offer my younger self if I could?

Join me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube Live

Join the live-stream video of this conversation on Wed at 7 pm ET on Instagram Live Video, Facebook Live Video or YouTube Live Video.

I want to hear from you! What’s your opinion of what we’re discussing? What takeaways or tips do you love most from this chat? What questions do you have that we didn’t answer?

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About Erica Diamond & The Erica Diamond Podcast

The Erica Diamond Podcast is getting you motivated and inspired by conversations with today’s thought leaders and coolest people. Each episode, get up close and personal with compelling guests who share stories and tips that empower you to live your best life.

Erica Diamond is a Certified Life and Career Coach and certified Yoga and Meditation Teacher who helps women completely transform their days to vibrate at a high energy frequency and feel calm at the same time. She's the definition of multi-passionate and also can be seen as the Lifestyle & Parenting Correspondent on Global TV, on stage as a Professional Speaker, hosting The Erica Diamond Podcast, teaching Busy To Bliss and trying her hand in the kitchen (to many blunders!).

To learn more, visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/282.

What makes Vin Jaune from France's Jura region so special? What can you discover about the diversity of wine coming out of Jura and the French Alps? What are some insider tips for planning a journey to the French Alps?

In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with author Wink Lorch.

You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks

Giveaway

One of you will win a copy of Wink Lorch's terrific book about the wines of Jura and the French Alps.

To qualify, all you have to do is email me at natalie@nataliemaclean.com and let me know that you've posted a review of the podcast. I'll choose one person randomly from those who contact me. Good luck!

Highlights

What exactly goes into the winemaking process for Vin Jaune that sets it apart from other wines?

Why does Wink describe the taste of Vin Jaune as a “shock to the palate”?

What are some great food pairings for Vin Jaune, and how should they be stored and served?

How does using the méthode ancestrale influence Bugey Cerdon sparkling wine?

Which traditional dishes from the Jura region are a must-try, and how do they pair with Bugey Cerdon?

What are the best tips for having great wine-tasting experiences in the picturesque French Alps?

What inspired Wink to turn to Kickstarter for crowdfunding her books and other wine-related projects?

Why was there a need for a book on Jura alone and what challenges come with self-publishing and crowdfunding such a project?

What can you discover about diversity when you explore wine from Jura and the French Alps?

Join me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube Live

Join the live-stream video of this conversation on Wed at 7 pm ET on Instagram Live Video, Facebook Live Video or YouTube Live Video.

I want to hear from you! What’s your opinion of what we’re discussing? What takeaways or tips do you love most from this chat? What questions do you have that we didn’t answer?

Want to know when we go live? Add this to your calendar: https://www.addevent.com/calendar/CB262621

About Wink Lorch

British wine writer, author and educator Wink Lorch has always worked in the world of wine: writing, editing, teaching and presenting tastings having started her career working for British wine importers. Based between London and the French Alps, over the past 20 years, she has become known as the English-language specialist of the wines of Jura and Savoie.

To learn more, visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/281.