Category Archives: Palatinate

Coca de Verdura (Catalan-style vegetable pie)

Wine with food - A crispy coca de verdura with peppers and eggplants on a rustic table next to a glass of Muscat Seco.

Mediterranean delight from the tray meets floral freshness Wine with food is an art that unfolds its full splendor especially with Mediterranean classics such as Coca de Verdura. This Catalan specialty, often described as Spain’s answer to pizza, impresses with a crispy, mostly yeast-free dough base and a topping of the finest seasonal vegetables. The […]

Calçots with romesco sauce

Wine with food: Grilled calçots with romesco sauce and a glass of Parellada white wine on a rustic Catalan table.

A Catalan spring festival of the senses Choosing the right wine to go with the food is an essential part of the traditional calçotada cultural experience in Catalonia. In the world of wine and food, there is hardly a more rustic yet refined ritual than eating these special spring onions. They are grilled over an […]

Bacalao a la Llauna (stockfish from the oven)

Wine with the meal: Bacalao a la Llauna stockfish with garlic and peppers in a pan served with white wine.

Catalan tradition meets sophisticated oven cuisine When it comes to the ideal wine to accompany food, Bacalao a la Llauna is a fascinating example of Catalan culinary culture. The harmony between wine and food in this dish is defined by the strong aromas of garlic, paprika and the intensely flavorful stockfish. This classic dish from […]

Feijoada Transmontana (bean stew with meat)

Wine with the meal: Portuguese Feijoada Transmontana in a clay bowl with a glass of Douro red wine on a rustic table.

A rustic delight from the mountains of northern Portugal Finding the right wine to go with food is an art that is particularly enjoyable with the hearty Feijoada Transmontana. This specialty from the Trás-os-Montes mountain region is a prime example of the successful combination of wine and food in the Portuguese tradition. In contrast to […]

Pa amb tomàquet with Jamón Ibérico

Wine with food: Pa amb tomàquet with Jamón Ibérico and a glass of cava in a tapas bar.

The Catalan essence of the highest product quality Anyone looking for the ideal wine to accompany a meal will inevitably stumble across the fascinating world of Catalan tapas culture. There are few dishes where the harmony between wine and food is as evident as in the traditional pa amb tomàquet, which is refined here with […]

Coca de recapte (Catalan vegetable pizza)

Wine with food: Catalan coca de recapte with rosado wine in the sunny garden.

A Mediterranean classic with fiery roasted vegetables The search for the ideal wine for food takes us to Catalonia today for a hearty coca de recapte. This traditional Catalan vegetable pizza is a wonderful example of how harmoniously wine and food from the Mediterranean coast can work together. The base is a crispy, often yeast-free […]

Palatinate bratwurst with Weck & mustard

Wine with food: A hearty Palatinate bratwurst in a roll with mustard and a glass of Dornfelder red wine in the vineyards.

Regional down-to-earthness meets deep red fruit Choosing the right wine for your meal plays a central role even with seemingly simple dishes such as Palatinate bratwurst. A successful combination of wine and food enhances the rustic pleasure and gives the snack an almost festive touch. Pfälzer Bratwurst is characterized by its coarse texture and distinctive […]

Liver dumplings with sauerkraut & gravy

Wine with food: Palatinate liver dumplings with sauerkraut, gravy and a glass of Pinot Blanc on a sunny garden table.

Hearty home cooking with Palatinate charm With a dish as full of character as liver dumplings with sauerkraut and gravy, choosing the right wine for the meal is crucial to the overall enjoyment experience. When it comes to wine and food, the earthy and metallic notes of the liver and the distinctive acidity of the […]

Palatinate Saumagen with mashed potatoes & sauerkraut

Wine with food - roasted Palatinate Saumagen with mashed potatoes, sauerkraut and a glass of Riesling on a rustic wooden table.

Regional specialty meets Palatinate elegance The perfect wine to accompany a meal is crucial to the enjoyment of a regional icon such as Palatinate Saumagen. The harmony between wine and food is defined here by the hearty flavors of the pork, potatoes and fine spices. Saumagen is far more than just a simple peasant dish; […]

Two kinds of salmon: tartare & confit

Wine with food: Two kinds of salmon with tartare and confit fillet and a glass of Crémant de Loire in the sunny bistro.

A play of textures between cool freshness and warm enamel The perfect wine with food enhances every dish and in this recipe, the harmony of wine and food is the absolute focus of culinary consideration. This dish presents the noble fish in two completely different states of aggregation, which is an exciting challenge for any […]