Wine and Food – The Perfect Match

“Your book is magnificent. A saga of salivation.” Hugh Johnson OBE

“Even with good knowledge about wine, it is such a vast subject that it is always good to have an expert on hand, and this book is that expert.” Clare Smyth

“In this book, Ronan has collected 100 fascinating wines, to which Marcus has responded with really imaginative and mouth-watering recipes. And all irresistibly photographed.” Oz Clarke

Written by Ronan Sayburn MS and Marcus Verberne, ‘Wine and Food. The Perfect Match’ features a comprehensive study of the world’s great wines, how to drink them and what foods to pair them with. Written with the passion of the true wine lover and aimed at all levels of wine aficionados, the book offers readers a wide range of choices to ensure the perfect bottle is chosen to go with a mouth-watering dish.

This book is an expert guide through the world’s greatest pairings and belongs in everyone’s cookbook collection, designed for both the coffee table and to be overworked in the kitchen.

The book is separated into two halves. The first half of the book is dedicated to wine, with Ronan Sayburn MS guiding readers through the mysteries of terroir, discussing the world’s best grape varieties, where they grow and why they taste the way they do. Advice is also given on the best way to drink different wines and how to host an unforgettable wine-led dinner.

The second half of the book focuses on food and features 100 dishes created by Marcus Verberne. The chapters are categorised into: Sea and River, Land, Garden and Sweet. The recipes range from classics such as Cassoulet de Toulouse, to the Asian-inspired Thai Octopus Salad, to Saffron-poached Apricot & Almond Tart with Roquefort Ice Cream.

To purchase your copy, simply click below. It is useful to note that lead time for orders to the UK & Europe is approximately one week. Alternatively, Members are welcome to collect their copies from the Club reception after placing their orders.

Please note that orders placed from 19 December will be processed and shipped after 5 January when the office reopens.