Light, Mediterranean and wonderfully aromatic Wine with food doesn’t have to be complicated. This summery recipe brings the lightness of Mediterranean cuisine to the plate: grilled eggplant slices are filled with a spicy ricotta mint cream and served as rolls. Perfect for balmy evenings on the terrace, as a refined appetizer or light main course. […]
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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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Zucchini frittata with fresh herbs & sheep’s cheese
Summery lightness meets aromatic depth Wine with food should be light and aromatic? Then this zucchini frittata with fresh herbs and sheep’s cheese is just the thing. It combines the freshness of zucchini with the salty spice of feta and the ethereal notes of dill, parsley and chives. It is served lukewarm or cold, which […]
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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 […]
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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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Provencal fennel gratin served cold with herbs
Summer enjoyment from the oven, served cold Wine with food does not only mean opulent menu sequences or heavy dishes. Cold dishes, such as this Provençal fennel gratin with herbs, can also be used to accompany wine. Through gentle cooking, the fennel unfolds its sweetness, which combines wonderfully with a herbaceous cream-egg mixture. Served cooled, […]
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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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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: […]










