Mediterranean lightness with creamy filling Wine to go with your meal can be so light, so fresh, and so uncomplicated – just like this summer recipe. The aubergine rolls with ricotta and lemon combine grilled vegetable aromas with creamy filling, a fine citrus note and Mediterranean herbs. Whether as a refined appetizer, light main course […]
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Provencal fennel gratin served cold with herbs
Summer enjoyment from the oven, served cold Wine with food does not only mean opulent menu sequences or heavy dishes. Cold dishes, such as this Provençal fennel gratin with herbs, can also be used to accompany wine. Through gentle cooking, the fennel unfolds its sweetness, which combines wonderfully with a herbaceous cream-egg mixture. Served cooled, […]
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Tapenade tramezzini with grilled vegetables & burrata
Summer delight between two slices of bread Harmoniously combining wine and food is at the heart of every Mediterranean cuisine. These tapenade tramezzini with grilled vegetables and creamy burrata are a prime example of uncomplicated enjoyment with depth. The roasted vegetables bring roasted aromas, the tapenade provides spice, while the burrata provides a creamy lightness. […]
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Fruity apricot galette with thyme crumble
Summery-sweet pastries with a Mediterranean twist Wine with food is especially enjoyable when fruit, acidity and freshness come together in perfect balance. This apricot galette with thyme crumble offers just that: a wonderfully juicy fruit note, wrapped in a buttery, crispy shortcrust pastry, refined by the spicy note of fresh thyme. A dessert that is […]
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Cold Zucchini Soup with Mint & Lemon
Fresh, green and ingeniously chilled Wine from France, more precisely from the Languedoc region, goes perfectly with this summery light, cold soup. The Picpoul de Pinet AOC brings an invigorating freshness into play, which combines excellently with the lemony acidity and green aromas of the soup. Zucchini, mint and lemon combine in this dish to […]
Mediterranean barbecue skewers with Provencal flair An aromatic combination of tender lamb fillet, perfumed with lavender and garlic, served with tasty ratatouille vegetables. Perfect for warm summer evenings – hearty, light and sophisticated. This dish brings Provence flair to the table and combines intense herbal notes with braised meat and fresh vegetables – ideal for […]
Sweet and savory tart with a Mediterranean flair A deliciously light tart with creamy goat’s cheese, juicy figs and aromatic rosemary – perfect for late summer. The sweet and tangy combination of figs and goat’s cheese on a crispy shortcrust pastry makes an elegant starter or a light main course. Ideal as a culinary highlight […]
Fresh Provençal classics: fish meets vegetables A modern interpretation of the classic from the Côte d’Azur: crunchy salad with fresh tuna, green beans, olives and egg – all dressed with aromatic olive oil and lemon vinaigrette. Light, fresh and ideal for warm summer days. Ideal wine pairing: Rosé de Provence AOC (Provence, France) Rosé de […]
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Linguine with sun-dried tomatoes, capers & anchovies
Spicy aromas, Mediterranean soul This dish is full of intense Mediterranean flavors: salty capers, hearty anchovies and sweet, concentrated sun-dried tomatoes combine to create a full-bodied, sun-ripened combination. The linguine captures the flavors perfectly, while a hint of garlic and good olive oil round off the composition. Serve lukewarm – perfect for summer or as […]
Summer freshness with Mediterranean flair This fregola salad is a prime example of Mediterranean cuisine: served cold, full of aromatic ingredients such as sun-ripened cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella and fragrant basil. The roasted fregola balls from Sardinia provide a crunchy texture, while a fine lemon-olive oil dressing binds everything together. Ideal for hot days – […]