Oven happiness meets freshness: Modern gratin cuisine with fine wine accompaniment Wine to go with food can be so elegant and down-to-earth at the same time – this potato and zucchini gratin proves it in every fork. The combination of tender potatoes and aromatic zucchini, united in creamy layers, is a real treat. The highlight: […]
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Cold lentil salad with tomatoes, olives & thyme
Fresh enjoyment with Mediterranean flair – perfect with sparkling wine Wine with food can also be uncomplicated: This cold lentil salad with tomatoes, olives & thyme proves how easy and at the same time sophisticated the combination of wine and food can be. Hearty, herbaceous and full of umami notes, the dish unfolds its full […]
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 – […]
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Pappardelle with peas, mint & ricotta salata
Fresh flavors, creamy cheese and a hint of mint – perfect for warm days This dish combines the best of spring and summer: crisp, fresh green peas, tender pappardelle, finely grated ricotta salata and a fragrant mint oil bring lightness to the plate. The natural sweetness of the peas and the tangy cheese create an […]
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Citrus tagliolini with prawns & lime butter
Mediterranean freshness with a touch of luxury Fine tagliolini, delicately cooked prawns and a velvety lime butter meet citrus aromas and an elegant lightness – this summery pasta dish tastes like a vacation by the lake and is quick to prepare. Ideal wine pairing: Lugana DOC (Veneto or Lombardy, Italy) A fresh Lugana DOC from […]
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Herb-marinated veal carpaccio with lemon crème fraîche
Tender, fresh and aromatic: summer veal meets citrus and garden herbs Tender veal, sliced wafer-thin, marinated with a composition of Mediterranean herbs and served with a fine lemon crème fraîche: this dish is light and summery, full of flavor and a real eye-catcher. Ideal as an elegant starter or light main course. Ideal wine accompaniment: […]
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Burrata with yellow bell pepper vinaigrette & roasted seeds
Summery elegance on the plate A simple but sophisticated summer dish: creamy burrata meets a sweet and spicy yellow bell pepper vinaigrette and is topped with roasted sunflower and pumpkin seeds. This recipe is the ideal start to a Mediterranean menu or a real highlight as a light main course with bread. Ideal wine pairing: […]
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Beef carpaccio with parmesan & lemon-olive oil
Summer classic with a freshness kick and elegant acidity Thinly sliced fillet of beef meets wafer-thin Parmesan shavings, fresh lemon olive oil and a pinch of coarse sea salt: a classic of Italian cuisine that impresses with its lightness and aroma. Ideal as a starter on warm days or as an elegant prelude to a […]
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Tuna carpaccio with lime, sesame seeds & spring onions
Fresh lightness with an Asian twist: this carpaccio will delight you Tenderly sliced tuna marinated with fresh lime, roasted sesame seeds and finely chopped spring onions: this recipe combines fine raw vegetables with a variety of Asian flavors. Ideal as a sophisticated starter on warm days or as an elegant starter for a fine fish […]
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Grilled gilthead royal in lemon leaf
Mediterranean barbecue enjoyment with a fine citrus note An elegant fish dish that combines the fresh power of lemon with the fine texture of sea bream. The grilling method gives it a delicate smoky aroma, while the lemon leaf coating provides wonderfully fragrant essential oils. Ideal for summer evenings on the terrace or as a […]










