8 Foods To Pair With Champagne

Cold, bubbly Champagne is popular at celebrations and special events. There are a variety of finger foods and dishes that pair excellently with Champagne. Whether you are hosting an elegant dinner party or a family celebration, serving Champagne with a variety of foods will impress your guests. Champagne is versatile and is the perfect match for appetizers, main courses and desserts.

• Oysters – Oysters are a great appetizer and a delicacy that can be enjoyed throughout the meal as well. You can also sprinkle some lemon juice on the oysters for added flavor and to bring out flavor in the Champagne.
• Caviar – Champagne and caviar are known worldwide as a match made in heaven. Presenting your guests with this extraordinary combination is always a hit.
• Clams – Clams are usually served as a starter dish, however they are also incredible when combined with a main dish such as fettuccine or linguine. The acidity of the Champagne bubbles lighten the texture of the clams and echoes the brininess of the clams.
• Fried Mushrooms – Fried mushrooms make a great appetizer or side dish to a main entrée. Mushrooms have and earthy taste that Champagne complements perfectly because of its earthiness and rich fruit notes.
• Macaroni and Cheese – This side dish, or possibly even a main entrée if you dare, is a surprise pairing for many wine enthusiasts. While pasta gives texture and minimal flavor, the focus is on the cheese, cheddar cheese and smoked gouda are the perfect combination for this savory dish.
• Ravioli – The standard cheese raviolis are a great pair with Champagne, but ravioli that is stuffed with mushrooms, squash and spinach are unique alternatives and impressive pairings with Champagne.
• Fruit Tarts – Everyone loves dessert! Fruit tarts that have lemon, pear, raspberry, blueberries, cherries and pumpkin pair beautifully with Champagne. Drizzling honey over the top of the fruit tart adds even more flavor that also accompanies Champagne perfectly.
• Strawberries – Chocolate covered strawberries are a popular pairing for Champagne. The combination of the rich chocolate and tart strawberry flavor are the perfect pair with Champagne.

Whether you are serving Champagne at a dinner party, celebration, family gathering or romantic evening, make sure you try these delicious food pairings. You are sure to impress your guests every time!