Weird Food Pairings That Really Work

You know those quirky couples that seem so different from each other, but make perfect sense as a pair? That happens in the kitchen, too. Add a little spark to your date-night dinner with our surprising flavor combos that just work.
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1. MAHI MAHI & GIN

Gin-Glazed Mahi Mahi with Cabbage-Cilantro Slaw

Try our Gin-Glazed Mahi Mahi with Cabbage-Cilantro Slaw

2. VEAL & VANILLA

Veal Chops with Vanilla Brown Butter Sauce & Sautéed Radishes

Try our Veal Chops with Vanilla Brown Butter Sauce & Sautéed Radishes

3. LIME & RISOTTO

Thai-Style Lime Risotto with Pork & Coconut

Try our Thai-Style Lime Risotto with Pork & Coconut

4. WHITE CHOCOLATE & PASSION FRUIT

white chocolate panna cotta with passion-fruit sauce

Try our White Chocolate Panna Cotta with Passion-Fruit Sauce

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