Cookin’ on the Coast – Season 13, Episode 7:
Lake Breeze Spice Jar with Butter Chicken Pot Pie
In Episode #7 of Cookin’ on the Coast Season 13, we’re celebrating a truly captivating blend: the Lake Breeze Spice Jar. This aromatic white wine is the perfect counterpoint to a rich Butter Chicken Pot Pie.
Crafted by blending Gewürztraminer, Viognier, Muscat/Schönburger, and Ehrenfelser, this wine is intensely floral and fruity. It carries a hint of sweetness and a subtle allspice finish that beautifully complements savory flavors while still being refreshing enough to cut through the richness of the pot pie.
Lake Breeze, located on the renowned Naramata Bench on Lake Okanagan, is undeniably one of British Columbia’s most beautiful wineries. The vineyard is home to some of the oldest vines on the Bench, planted back in 1985. This heritage, coupled with an ideal sun exposure, ensures exceptional fruit quality.
At the heart of their philosophy is a profound respect for the land, guided by the belief that “great wines start in the vineyard.” This stewardship, overseen by Winemaker Garron Elmes and Vineyard Manager Pierre Levesque, ensures the natural expression of the grape is transferred to the bottle with minimal intervention.
The Spice Jar is more than just a wine; it’s an invitation to experience the distinct character and dedicated craftsmanship of the Naramata Bench—the perfect pairing for your next comforting meal.
Head to a Liquor Plus liquor store near you to pickup the Lake Breeze Spice Jar.
In this episode, Chef Heidi takes us on a comforting journey with a Butter Chicken Pot Pie—a brilliant twist on a classic. The dish features tender chicken and vegetables in a rich, luscious sauce built on a foundation of butter, yogurt, passata, and whipping cream, infused with warm Indian spices like cumin, garam masala, ginger, and turmeric.
Paired with the Lake Breeze Spice Jar, the result is a harmony of texture and spice. The wine’s bright acidity acts like a palate cleanser, cutting through the creaminess of the pot pie’s sauce to keep the dish feeling fresh. Meanwhile, the wine’s intensely floral and fruity aromatic profile mirrors the complex garam masala blend, amplifying the savory spices.
Crucially, the Spice Jar’s hint of sweetness soothes the palate, taming any chili heat from the jalapeños and allowing the dish’s nuanced flavors to truly shine.
Together, this pairing captures the spirit of aromatic elegance meeting comforting curry, creating a balanced and incredibly satisfying meal.
Grab the recipes below and all the ingredients at your local Country Grocer:
Liquor Plus Sponsors Cookin’ on the Coast
Each week, Liquor Plus sponsors the Pairings segment of Cookin’ on the Coast on CHEK. The show features unique food and drink pairings offered by BC suppliers, with recipes created by Chef Heidi Fink and sponsored by Country Grocer. All of the beverages featured on the program can be found in Liquor Plus stores across Vancouver Island.
