From Naples, Florida: Savor the Authentic with Old World Market

The art of pairing wines with food is largely a matter of personal preference. The turkey  is a rather neutral meat that pairs easily with a variety of wines from light whites to medium-bodied red wines. It is hard to pair a single wine with all the dishes on the traditional holiday table. From cranberries to root vegetables, gravy to mashed potatoes, there are so many things going on, it can be tough to choose a single wine.  Some popular Thanksgiving wine choices are Pinot Noir , Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel and Rose for red wine lovers and Sauvignon Blanc , Riesling and Chardonnay for those who prefer white wines. Pinot Noir is lighter in body and softer on the palate and goes well with the traditional flavors of turkey and stuffing. Shiraz with its spicy edge and peppery notes goes well with the herb-infused stuffing and both the white and dark turkey meat. Cabernet Sauvignon especially when it is a medium-bodied with rich fruit arom...

Maftoul is known as Middle Eastern couscous. It is basically very large couscous, slightly irregular in size . I rregular nuggets hold their shape when cooked, making them perfect for substantial salads or as a stuffing for vegetables. The grains have a nutty, whole-grain flavor and slightly chewy texture . Maftoul salad with vegetables and feta cheese Ingredients: 2 cups of water 1 cup Ziyad Maftoul (i nstead of maftoul you can use regular couscous) olive oil 1 cup chopped red bell pepper  1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese fresh lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper to taste 1. Bring the water to boil in a large saucepan. Add the maftoul and 1 tsp olive oil and bring to boil. Lower the heat to low, cover and simmer for around 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.  2. In a bowl combine the tomatoes, chopped peppers and olives. Add the cooled maftoul and mix well. 3. T...