A glass of wine at the dinner table is never a bad idea. While wine is often paired with classic meals (pasta, cheese plates), we think it really goes with anything. Chicken nuggets? Yes. Chocolate cake? Definitely. That’s why at Cafe Dantorels, we offer a wide range of wine options to go with every meal.
Sometimes when there are lots of options, it can be hard to make a selection. So, we’re going to break it down for you. Read through our list to find the meal that syncs up with your personality. We’ll reveal what wine you should choose, and what it says about you. Let’s get started!
The red meat carnivore
If you’re constantly craving red meat at the dinner table, you’re a bold person with an insatiable appetite. You’re often naturally the lead of the table, which is fine with everyone else. Without someone steering the conversation, those dinner parties can be awkward.
Satisfy your cravings with a Western burger. The meaty patty is topped with barbecue sauce, crispy bacon, and onion rings for a satisfying meal. Pair your burger with the Leese-Fitch Cabernet. This wine has sweet cherry notes that elevate the flavor of the barbecue, just like you elevate the dinner.
The king or queen of carbs
Can you go for a meal without some carbs on your plate? If you have trouble saying no to the bread basket and have a personal relationship with pasta, you’re probably a carb champion. You love making people feel better. Everyone comes to you with their problems. You can be found off to the side at a dinner party, comforting friends with sound advice and funny jokes.
Double down on your love for carbs with our sun-dried tomato rigatoni in white wine and heavy cream sauce. Every pasta plate comes with fresh garlic bread, because why not? A refreshing white wine like our La Crema Chardonnay will cut through the creaminess and emphasize the wine in the sauce.
Fueled by plants
If you’re a vegan or vegetarian, or just obsessed with the delicious variety of plants in the world, you are fueled by plants. You’re always invited to dinner parties because you have a calming presence. You know how to lighten the mood and redirect a conversation that’s gone off the rails. No one thinks they want veggies for dinner, but they’re always trying to steal your food when it comes out.
Cafe Dantorels loves veggies and has lots of vegetarian- and vegan-friendly dishes. Our favorite entree, the stew, has assorted vegetables that have been simmering in a comforting curry sauce with basmati rice. Complement your meal with the Hess Allomi 2018 Pinot Noir. The acidic notes mix well with the bold curry sauce.
This part of Sacramento is a great place to meet up with friends! Being easily accessible, Meet & Eat Sacramento can also be found 3 minutes away from Cafe Dantorel’s, so don’t forget this place when finishing up.
What personality did you end up with? Your cravings are always changing, so don’t forget to retake them and find more wine pairings!