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Grilled eggplant involtini with ricotta and tomato sauce

Grilled eggplant involtini with ricotta in tomato sauce, deep ceramic plate, warm evening light, Sicilian trattoria

Sicilian cuisine in its purest form – vegetables, cheese and fire Involtini di Melanzane belong to the Sicilian cucina povera – the poor cuisine – which creates dishes of great depth from a few honest ingredients. Grilled eggplant slices are coated with a creamy ricotta and herb filling, rolled up and baked in a homemade […]

Cold-braised leg of lamb with couscous and harissa

Cold-braised leg of lamb with couscous and harissa in a deep plate, Syrah red wine glass, oriental riad setting

North Africa as a guest in summer – a stew that doesn’t shy away from the heat Pairing wine with a dish that is spicy, aromatic, hot and deep at the same time is one of the most interesting challenges of summer wine cuisine. Cold-braised leg of lamb – slow-cooked in the oven for hours, […]

Entrecôte with Café de Paris butter and French fries

Entrecôte with Café de Paris butter and French fries on a white plate, Bordeaux red wine glass, Parisian bistro setting

The classic par excellence – when meat and butter meet If you are looking for the most direct, satisfying way to combine wine and food, you will end up with entrecôte. A well-matured entrecôte – with evenly marbled fat, an aromatic crust from searing and a tender pink center – is one of the simplest […]

Lamb chops with pistachio and herb crust and eggplant puree

Lamb chops with pistachio and herb crust and eggplant puree on a flat plate, Primitivo red wine glass, Tuscan trattoria setting

Mediterranean elegance – when lamb wears its crown Finding the right wine pairing for lamb chops with pistachio crust is a task where red wine takes over the scene – but not the first best one. When you think of wine to go with lamb, you automatically move towards red wine. And here, red wine […]

Leg of lamb with wild garlic crust and white beans

Leg of lamb with wild garlic crust and white beans on a cream-colored plate, Côtes du Rhône red wine glass, Parisian bistro setting

Spring meets braised cuisine – when wild garlic crowns the lamb When you think of wine with lamb, you instinctively think of red wine. And here the red wine is indeed the obvious choice – but not the heavy Barolo or Bordeaux, but a Côtes du Rhône Rouge from the south of France, which with […]

Eggnog bundt cake with white chocolate icing and pistachios

Eggnog bundt cake with white chocolate icing and chopped pistachios on a ceramic plate, spring setting with strawberries and Vin Santo glass

Easter pastries with depth: the Gugelhupf that surprises wine connoisseurs Pairing wine with a Gugelhupf – it sounds unusual at first, but it is one of the most beautiful discoveries when it comes to combining wine and food. This eggnog bundt cake combines a moist, soft cake texture with the velvety sweetness of the liqueur, […]

Veal loin roasted in one piece with morel cream

Two roasted veal loin chops with morel cream sauce on a cream-colored porcelain plate, served with an elegant white wine glass with lightly misted Pinot Gris

Festive elegance meets spring forest – an Easter roast in a class of its own If you are looking for a suitable wine accompaniment at Easter that combines elegance and depth in one glass, you will find the perfect festive roast here. For this dish, wine with food means a white wine of exceptional strength […]

Braised lamb shanks in malt beer sauce with parsnip puree

Braised lamb shank in malt beer sauce on parsnip puree with cherry tomatoes and green beans, served with an elegant red wine glass of Syrah

Rustic depth meets Easter elegance – a stew for special moments Anyone looking for a suitable wine accompaniment at Easter that combines power and finesse in equal measure will find the perfect partner in this dish. Wine with food here means a great, slow-growing interplay of flavors that rewards patience. Braised lamb shanks in malt […]

Eggnog mousse with chocolate chips and eggnog mirror

A creamy eggnog mousse with chocolate chips in a glass next to an elegant glass of Moscato d'Asti wine.

Creamy Easter classic with fine, bitter chocolate and a silky texture If you’re serving a dessert for Easter that impresses with its creaminess and subtle alcoholic notes, choosing the right wine to go with the food is crucial for a well-rounded finish. With this eggnog mousse with chocolate chips and eggnog mirror, it is important […]

Saddle of venison with hazelnut crust and glazed cherries

Wine with the meal: Pink roasted saddle of venison with hazelnut crust, cherry sauce and a glass of Primitivo red wine.

Noble venison meets nutty crunch and the fine fruit sweetness of dark forest fruits If you’re planning a special occasion, finding the perfect wine to pair with your meal is crucial to highlighting the subtle nuances of game meat and fruit accompaniments. With this saddle of venison with hazelnut crust and glazed cherries, it’s all […]

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