The main course of the evening was Grilled Chicken Wings. They were coated in a Dijon and Marmalade Sauce which was extremely flavourful. Mick paired this course with a 2004 Columbia Crest Merlot.
"Above is supposed to be pictures of the greatest chicken wings ever made but our photograper was too drunk and forgot to take pictures. So picture in your mind the most amazing chicken wings ever and put that imaginary picture above"
The chicken wings are also the reason for the title of this Blog. The sugar in the Marmalade caused the wings to blacken very quickly on the BBQ. As Mick was serving them up, I seemed to get the most blackened ones to which I commented “Oh sure, give me all the burnt ones” and Mick replied “Burnt or Salmonella, your choice buddy!” Actually I was the lucky one at the table as the more blacken ones were the more flavourful of wings… they were awesome. And for the record nobody at the table got Salmonella.
"Very good Merlot"
We have already reviewed the wine before and the review can be found here –
http://zippysauce.blogspot.com/2010/09/saturday-night-curried-mussel-bowls-and_765.html
Speaking of chicken wings, this recipe was a real winner -- some of the best wings that I have ever had – and the wine pairing was exceptional. I cannot wait until Mick does this one again.
For dessert Amy chose a Baco Chocolate cake and our leftover Merlot was a very good pairing with the chocolate.
I’d like to thank Mick and Amy for hosting as Kathy and I had a great time and a big thank you to Mick for attempting the three new recipes.
As a side-note, the Blog is probably going to be quiet during the month of December due to family and holiday commitments and our Wine Club not meeting again until January. In case I don’t post again until the New Year, I will wish my 3 or 4 loyal readers a safe and happy holidays and Happy New Year.
Cheers!
Mark
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