For many Allrecipes.com users, dinner and music are inseparable. Whether it serves as an inspiring soundtrack to culinary adventure or to set the mood and atmosphere for a romantic meal, music can be as important as the ingredients one cooks with or the wine that is served with dinner.
Cool in the Kitchen
According to our survey results, jazz music is the most popular genre to listen to at dinnertime, followed by classical music. A majority of those surveyed said they listen to music during dinner several times a week, both while they cook and while they eat. Users typically chose higher energy music while cooking and mellower music while they ate. Studies show that the faster the music, the faster people eat. So take it slow, daddy-o.
Music Favorites
Popular artists and composers to listen to while cooking: Van Morrison, Jack Johnson, Beethoven, Stevie Wonder, James Taylor, The Beatles, Madonna, Rod Stewart, Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Neil Diamond, Gypsy Kings, Miles Davis and Vivaldi.
Favorite artists and composers to listen to while eating dinner: Nick Drake, Billie Holiday, Norah Jones, Elvis, Barry Manilow, John Coltrane, Thelonious Monk, Enya, Stan Getz, Ella Fitzgerald, Mozart, Coldplay, Marvin Gaye, Celine Dion, Sting, Roy Orbison, Harry Connick Jr., Eric Clapton, Michael Bublé, Dave Brubeck and Andrea Bocelli.
Classic Combos
For some users, certain foods and music go hand in hand. Here are some favorite dish and music recommendations for those with both a refined palate and a love of music.
Bob Marley Legend with:
Miles Davis Quintet Cookin' with:
Tom Waits Rain Dogs with:
Diane Krall All for You with:
Frank Sinatra Songs for Swingin' Lovers! with:
Other favorite music/food combos: Turkey/Ella Fitzgerald, Indian Food/Ravi Shankar, Barbeque/Motown, Chili/Tim McGraw, Lobster/Liberace, Potato Soup/Celtic Music, Crawfish/Louis Armstrong.
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