Mediterranean delight: polenta meets summer vegetables and fine pesto Wine with food is a true art – at the same time inspiration for ever new culinary combinations. This vegetarian dish proves how delicious the combination of wine and food can be: Golden, crispy fried polenta slices, accompanied by aromatic tomato ragout and spicy-nutty arugula pesto. […]
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Tomato carpaccio with basil oil & burrata
Mediterranean freshness meets elegant wine accompaniment Wine with food can be light and sensual: This tomato carpaccio with basil oil & burrata brings summer to the plate and shows how harmoniously wine and food can be staged. Ripe tomatoes in wafer-thin slices, creamy burrata and an intense basil oil create an aromatic composition that is […]
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Eggplant rolls filled with ricotta & lemon
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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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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Sweet elegance meets hearty sophistication: Summery pizza variation with that certain something This bianca pizza dispenses with tomato sauce and instead relies on a creamy base that perfectly combines the mildly spicy goat’s cheese with sweet fruit and aromatic honey. Fresh apricots provide a fruity balance, while roasted walnuts or pistachios add crunch. An exciting […]
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Grilled peppers with capers, almonds & thyme oil
Mediterranean, aromatic, served cold: A summery vegetable delight Served cold, these grilled peppers are a prime example of Mediterranean flavors: sweet roasted aromas meet salty capers, roasted almonds add bite and the fragrant thyme oil rounds off the whole dish harmoniously. Perfect as a summer starter or side dish with grilled food. Ideal wine pairing: […]
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Souvlaki skewers with pork fillet & oregano-lemon marinade
Fresh barbecue flavours from Greece Tender pork fillet cubes are marinated in a mixture of oregano, lemon, garlic and olive oil, placed on wooden skewers and cooked over charcoal or in a grill pan – an aromatic, sunny dish for social occasions. Ideal wine pairing: Xinomavro (Naoussa PDO, Greece) Xinomavro, often referred to as the […]