Category Archives: Season

Lentil and mushroom Bolognese with herbs & pecorino

Wine with food - lentil and mushroom Bolognese with herbs and pecorino on a rustic wooden table with a Chianti glass

Hearty, aromatic and surprisingly elegant A great example of how wine and food can work in harmony. This lentil and mushroom Bolognese combines earthy depth with Mediterranean spice and shows that meatless dishes can be just as complex as classic ragouts. Wine with food here means: Balance, depth and texture. The combination of brown lentils, […]

Franconian potato soup with marjoram & bacon

Wine with food Franconian potato soup with marjoram and bacon, farmhouse bread, rosé wine, rustic setting

Traditional cuisine meets wine and food Wine with food and Franconian potato soup are a culinary team that makes the hearts of rustic connoisseurs beat faster. This dish impresses with its creamy consistency, strong taste and the aromatic combination of potatoes, marjoram and hearty bacon. Wine and food enter into a dialog here that interprets […]

Franconian asparagus with butter or ham

Wine with your meal Franconian asparagus with butter and ham, potatoes, cress salad, Silvaner Erste Lage

Seasonal indulgence: asparagus and wine Wine with food and regional asparagus are a culinary duo that perfectly accompanies fine spring days. This classic preparation highlights the delicate, slightly nutty flavors of Franconian asparagus and offers the two most popular variations: melt-in-the-mouth butter or spicy ham. Wine and food meet freshness, harmony and the special Franconian […]

Franconian sausages with sauerkraut

Wine with food - Franconian sausages with sauerkraut and Silvaner on a rustic wooden table

Spicy, down-to-earth and typically Franconian – a true regional classic A perfect dish for anyone who wants to combine wine and food in an authentic way. The Franconian sausages, traditionally roasted in natural sausage meat, meet mildly spiced, finely seasoned sauerkraut – a combination that impresses with its simplicity and therefore offers so much depth. […]

Blaue Zipfel (sausages in vinegar broth)

Wine with food: Blaue Zipfel with onion rings in vinegar, served in a Franconian beer garden with Müller-Thurgau and pretzels

Franconian classic with spice and character Wine and food from Franconia are among the most honest combinations that German cuisine has to offer. Blaue Zipfel in particular – Franconian sausages gently cooked in a spicy vinegar broth – bring an exciting aroma to the plate that calls for an equally expressive wine. The balance between […]

Franconian onion tart

Wine with food - Franconian onion tart with Silvaner on a Franconian wine terrace, decorated in autumnal style

Franconian fall cuisine in its most fragrant form Wine with food also means showcasing regional classics with the right wine accompaniment. Franconian onion tart is a prime example of hearty, simple country cuisine that is at its best when paired with Silvaner from Muschelkalk vineyards. The combination of buttery pastry, sweet onion and savory bacon […]

Franconian Schäufele

Wine with food - Franconian Schäufele with crust, dumplings and Domina QbA from Franconia

Tender pork, crispy crust & Franconia in a glass Wine with food is a must in the case of Franconian Schäufele – because hardly any other dish combines so harmoniously with regional wine as this Franconian classic. The slowly braised piece of pork shoulder with a crispy crust, dark beer sauce and potato dumplings exemplifies […]

Wild boar leg with cranberry jus & napkin dumplings

Wine with food – wild boar leg with cranberry jus and napkin dumplings on a rustic wooden table with Cabernet Sauvignon

Hearty, aromatic and festive – a classic for connoisseurs A perfect dish for those who want to combine wine and food at a high level. This tender wild boar leg with fruity cranberry jus and fluffy napkin dumplings combines rustic aromas with fine elegance. The roasted aromas of the meat, the sweet and sour fruit […]

Celery steak with hazelnut pesto & baked potatoes

Wine with dinner – celery steak with hazelnut pesto and baked potatoes on rustic wooden table with Riesling glass

Autumnal aromatic, nutty and elegant An ideal dish for those who love wine with food and appreciate plant-based cuisine with refinement. This recipe combines the earthy taste of celery with the nutty depth of a homemade hazelnut pesto – an exciting interplay that pairs perfectly with fine white wines with structure. The baked potatoes provide […]

Red lentil stew with pumpkin & chorizo

Wine with food Red lentil stew with pumpkin and chorizo, served with a glass of Garnacha from Campo de Borja, Spain

Strong, spicy and warming – an autumn dish with a Mediterranean character Wine with food stands for recipes that bring enjoyment and harmony to the point. This red lentil stew with pumpkin & chorizo combines warming aromas with Mediterranean spice. Wine and food intertwine perfectly here: the earthy depth of the lentils, the light sweetness […]