Cabernet Sauvignon to minimize the perception of tannins—such as in the classic pairings of Cabernet Sauvignon with "steak au poivre" and pepper-crusted ahi tuna. Fats and proteins reduce the perception of tannins on the palate. When Cabernet Sauvignon is paired with steak or dishes with a heavy butter cream sauce, the tannins are neutralized, allowing the fruits of the wine to be more noticeable. In contrast, starches such as pastas and rice will have little effect on tannins. The bitterness of the tannins can also be counterbalanced by the use of bitter foods, such as radicchio and endive, or with cooking methods
Harissa (dish) Harissa (dish) Harissa () is an Armenian dish from the Ararat plain. It is a thick porridge made from "korkot" (dried or roasted cracked wheat) and fat-rich meat, usually chicken or lamb. Herbs were substituted for meat in "harissa" when Armenian religious days required fasting and penance. The extremely long cooking process is an essential part of the "harissa" tradition. Like other ritual dishes, the time taken for preparation is part of its cherished value. Harissa came from the word Harees () is derived from the verb () which means to mash or to squash. The dish has been passed