Drinks for Asian Dishes
In this week’s WEEKEND magazine, Olly pairs the drinks for authentic Asian dishes bursting with flavour from a tasty new book…
Prawn Pad Thai
Olly’s wine pairing: Porta 6 Sparkling Brut (12.5%) £9, Asda
As lively as a glitterball and with a hint of apple, this Portuguese fizz is splendidly scented and goes down a treat with this week’s tasty Prawn Pad Thai. Move over, Prosecco!
Chicken and Black Pepper Stir Fry
Olly’s wine pairing: Co-op Irresistible Macon-Villages Chardonnay 2022 (13%) £10.50
A brilliant Burgundy for a tenner, this has the peachy richness to work with the mildly spiced Chicken And Black Pepper Stir-Fry.
Five-Spice Duck with Chinese Broccoli
Olly’s wine pairing: Waitrose Loved & Found Lacrima 2021 (13%) £8.99
As soft as ripe black cherries and strawberries, this grape variety, loved by our reader Mr R Davies, is wreathed with enough floral finesse to partner the Five-Spice Duck.
Gado Gado Salad
Olly’s wine pairing: Days Alcohol Free Pale Ale (0%, 33cl) £1.80, Tesco
Vibrant and invigorating, this zero-booze beer’s big flavour contrasts with the Gado Gado Salad’s glossy peanut sauce while echoing its crunchy freshness.
