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When you\u2019re at a restaurant and trying to decide what wine to order, take away the pressure: let the sommelier or server know what dish you\u2019re eating.<\/strong> He or she is the expert on not only the wines but also the restaurant\u2019s dishes, and will be able to suggest pairings that bring out the best in each.<\/p>\n

How can you stay within a reasonable price point<\/strong> without seeming cheap to your date? Here\u2019s a hint: don\u2019t ask to stay in the \u201cx-dollar range,\u201d because the server might suggest a wine above that price by 20%. Instead, give a specific range, such as \u201cbetween $45 and $60,\u201d or\u2026just point to a price on the list and say, \u201cI\u2019m looking for something at this price range or less.\u201d<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re a DIY kind of wine chooser, check out Simple Wine and Food Pairing Tips to Make Your Meal Unforgettable<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

When you\u2019re at a restaurant and trying to decide what wine to order, take away the pressure: let the sommelier or server know what dish you\u2019re eating. 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