- Is this book good for a wine beginner?
- Yes. It skips jargon and lets you look up what you are cooking, then pick from suggested drinks. You can also start from a bottle you own and find foods that fit.
- Does it cover anything besides wine?
- Yes. Beer, spirits, coffee, tea and water all get their own pairing entries, which is the book's main difference from wine-only guides.
- Is the 2006 edition outdated?
- Partly. Core pairings hold up, but recent wines, producers and craft beer styles are not included. Treat it as a starting framework, not a current buying guide.
- How is the book organized?
- It runs in two directions: one section lists foods with matching drinks, another lists drinks with matching foods. Both are alphabetical for quick lookup.
- Is it worth buying at this price?
- At $2.30 new at Alibris as of November 7, 2026, the risk is low. It earns its shelf space if you cook often and want a fast pairing answer.
- Who wrote it?
- Karen Page and Andrew Dornenburg, the couple behind several award-winning food and wine books. This one compiles advice from a large panel of chefs and beverage professionals.
- Where is the What to Drink with What You Eat: The Definitive Guide to Pairing Food with Wine, Beer, Spirits, Coffee, Tea - Even Water - Based on Expert Advice from cheapest?
- At alibris, for $2.30, 91% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the What to Drink with What You Eat: The Definitive Guide to Pairing Food with Wine, Beer, Spirits, Coffee, Tea - Even Water - Based on Expert Advice from?
- 4 stores we checked sell it, including alibris, Walmart, Target, Booksamillion.
