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Jun. 11th, 2014 08:26 amA Strawberry Cheesecake That Is Red and White and Pink All Over
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Lamb, Slow-Roasted the Moroccan Way, Without the Barbecue Spit
By DAVID TANIS
This indoor method results in succulent, falling-off-the-bone tender meat. Gather a crowd and impress.
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WINES OF THE TIMES
Staying True to Native Grapes
By ERIC ASIMOV
Portugal is setting its own course, avoiding global trends in favor of intriguing local vines.
Tasting Report
BEST VALUE
Luís Pato Beira Atlântico Maria Gomes 2012 ** ½
Tangy citrus flavors, with accents of herbs and spices and an inviting texture.
$13 (Wine-in-Motion, Union, N.J.)
Quinta do Sagrado Douro 2012 ** ½
Rich and fleshy, with flavors of apricot, peach and melon.
$16 (Michael Skurnik Wines, Syosset, N.Y.)
Quinta de Foz de Arouce Vinho Regional Beiras Branco 2012 ** ½
Lively and textured, with lingering flavors of melon, citrus and herbs.
$37 (Winebow, New York)
Vadio Bairrada 2012 ** ½
Pleasantly rustic, with lingering flavors of citrus, herbs and tropical fruit with a slight bitterness.
$17 (Langdon-Shiverick, Los Angeles)
Casa de Mouraz Dao Encruzado 2012 ** ½
Refreshing though not complex, with zesty citrus flavors.
$17 (Savio Soares Selections, Brooklyn)
Niepoort Douro Redoma 2012 **
Not particularly aromatic, but juicy, succulent and texturally pleasing.
$28 (Polaner Selections, Mount Kisco, N.Y.)
Quinta do Perdigao Dão Encruzado 2011 **
Tangy, with an intriguing quality of bitterness.
$20 (NLC Wines, Brooklyn)
Alvaro Castro Dão Encruzado DAC 2011 **
Balanced, with flavors of tropical fruits.
$25 (Obrigado Vinhos Portugal, Sausalito, Calif.)
Duorum Douro Tons 2012 **
Light, pleasant and refreshing.
$13 (Winebow, New York)
Quinta do Passadouro Douro Passa 2011 **
Aromas and flavors of herbs, spices and melon.
$15 (Winebow, New York)
What the stars mean: Ratings, up to four stars, reflect the panel’s reaction to the wines, which were tasted with names and vintages concealed. The wines represent a selection generally available in good retail shops and restaurants and on the Internet. Prices are those paid in the New York region.
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The Mandarin’s Tea Room
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Recipe: Double Strawberry Cheesecake
Lamb, Slow-Roasted the Moroccan Way, Without the Barbecue Spit
By DAVID TANIS
This indoor method results in succulent, falling-off-the-bone tender meat. Gather a crowd and impress.
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Recipe: Almost-Spit-Roasted Moroccan Lamb
Recipe: Chickpeas With Mint, Scallions and Cilantro
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Recipe: Cumin-Flavored Salt
WINES OF THE TIMES
Staying True to Native Grapes
By ERIC ASIMOV
Portugal is setting its own course, avoiding global trends in favor of intriguing local vines.
BEST VALUE
Luís Pato Beira Atlântico Maria Gomes 2012 ** ½
Tangy citrus flavors, with accents of herbs and spices and an inviting texture.
$13 (Wine-in-Motion, Union, N.J.)
Quinta do Sagrado Douro 2012 ** ½
Rich and fleshy, with flavors of apricot, peach and melon.
$16 (Michael Skurnik Wines, Syosset, N.Y.)
Quinta de Foz de Arouce Vinho Regional Beiras Branco 2012 ** ½
Lively and textured, with lingering flavors of melon, citrus and herbs.
$37 (Winebow, New York)
Vadio Bairrada 2012 ** ½
Pleasantly rustic, with lingering flavors of citrus, herbs and tropical fruit with a slight bitterness.
$17 (Langdon-Shiverick, Los Angeles)
Casa de Mouraz Dao Encruzado 2012 ** ½
Refreshing though not complex, with zesty citrus flavors.
$17 (Savio Soares Selections, Brooklyn)
Niepoort Douro Redoma 2012 **
Not particularly aromatic, but juicy, succulent and texturally pleasing.
$28 (Polaner Selections, Mount Kisco, N.Y.)
Quinta do Perdigao Dão Encruzado 2011 **
Tangy, with an intriguing quality of bitterness.
$20 (NLC Wines, Brooklyn)
Alvaro Castro Dão Encruzado DAC 2011 **
Balanced, with flavors of tropical fruits.
$25 (Obrigado Vinhos Portugal, Sausalito, Calif.)
Duorum Douro Tons 2012 **
Light, pleasant and refreshing.
$13 (Winebow, New York)
Quinta do Passadouro Douro Passa 2011 **
Aromas and flavors of herbs, spices and melon.
$15 (Winebow, New York)
What the stars mean: Ratings, up to four stars, reflect the panel’s reaction to the wines, which were tasted with names and vintages concealed. The wines represent a selection generally available in good retail shops and restaurants and on the Internet. Prices are those paid in the New York region.
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Slow-roasted fish with mustard and dill.Pairings: A Slowly Roasted Fish to Serve With Portuguese White Wines
The Mandarin’s Tea Room
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