What better way to beat the heat than a mug of beer and some healthy food?
Chef Oscar Gonzalez shares recipes to tackle the rising mercury Chef Oscar Gonzalez with his Mexican origin has always had a passion for food. A celebrated chef with Graze, Taj Residency for the past six months, he excels in European cuisine. His signature dishes include lobster salad, spaghetti and fish scallops. We’ve heard of wine pairings, but what’s the whole thing about pairing beer and food now, I wondered. “Warmer temperatures signal the start of outdoor eating and drinking and, whether you’re simply throwing sausages onto a barbecue or planning a more elaborate al fresco feast, there’s nothing like a glass of chilled, refreshing beer to turn it into the perfect summer meal”, explains Gonzalez. “Beer is very cooling in the summer. Also, you don’t need to do a whole five-course meal with beer. You can just order a few quick dishes in between your office hours and you’re done.” But why Peroni beer, when there are a gamut of drinks out there? He says, “Peroni is a smooth Italian b