Whether it's wine, beer, sake, or rum, cooking with alcohol can give your food a boozy kick. It can also be used to tenderize meat in marinades or concentrate flavor when simmered down into sauces. Indeed, when used properly, alcohol can actually improve food, imparting intense aromas that would otherwise be lost on the palate. So, what goes best with a fine Chardonnay, a fiery tequila, or a pale ale?
Click through the following gallery and get a taste for these recipe ideas and serving suggestions for spirited occasions.