National Coq Au Vin Day

Coq au vin is a classic French dish that translates to "rooster in wine". It is a stew made with chicken (often a tough rooster or hen), mushrooms, onions, bacon, and red wine, traditionally a Burgundy wine. The dish is usually prepared by first browning the chicken in a pot, then cooking it slowly in the wine and other ingredients until it is tender and flavorful. The red wine used in coq au vin gives the dish a rich, earthy flavor and a deep, reddish-brown color. Coq au vin is often served with potatoes or crusty bread, and is a popular dish in French cuisine.