Tag Archives: France

Quenelles de Brochet with crab sauce

Wine with the meal: Quenelles de Brochet au gratin in crab sauce alongside a glass of Condrieu white wine.

A French haute cuisine classic from Lyon An exquisite wine with food is the key to fully appreciating the subtle nuances of the Quenelles de Brochet with its rich crayfish sauce. The elegance of Lyon cuisine, world-renowned for its artisanal precision, is at the forefront of the wine and food selection here. Quenelles are airy […]

Gardiane de Taureau (bull stew)

Wine with food - Hearty bull stew Gardiane de Taureau with olives and a glass of Gigondas red wine.

A powerful classic from the wild Camargue The search for the right wine to go with food takes us today to the wild south of France, where tradition meets pure power. Wine and food come together in the Gardiane de Taureau, which is deeply rooted in the identity of the Camargue and calls for an […]

Bigoli in salsa (pasta with anchovy and onion sauce)

Wine with food: Traditional Venetian bigoli in salsa pasta with anchovies and onions on a table in Venice.

Venetian pasta tradition with a maritime flavor Choosing the right wine to go with the food is crucial to the success of bigoli in salsa, as wine and food form a salty alliance here. This dish is a classic of Venetian cuisine and impresses with its radical simplicity. At its core, it consists only of […]

Baccalà mantecato (creamy stockfish spread)

Wine with food: Creamy baccalà mantecato on polenta alongside a glass of Soave Classico white wine in Venice.

Venetian delicacy made from the finest stockfish The perfect wine to accompany the meal turns the baccalà mantecato into an experience that transports the senses directly to a Venetian bacaro bar. This specialty is based on stockfish, which is emulsified into an incredibly creamy mousse by beating it with olive oil for a long time. […]

Sarde in saor (marinated sardines with onions and raisins)

Wine with food - Venetian sardines in saor with onions and raisins in a mold next to a glass of Prosecco.

Venetian tradition meets sweet and sour elegance A suitable wine to accompany the meal transforms the classic Venetian sardines in saor into an unforgettable culinary experience. The harmonious combination of wine and food is particularly important in this traditional dish, as the balance between the saltiness of the sardines and the distinctive sweet and sour […]

Pissaladière (onion and olive flatbread)

Wine with food: Hearty pissaladière with onions, anchovies and olives alongside a glass of rosé wine on a terrace.

Mediterranean joie de vivre from Provence Finding the perfect wine to go with food is an art that is particularly enjoyable with pissaladière, as wine and food form a deeply rooted regional unity here. This hearty flatbread from Nice is the Provençal answer to pizza, but without the tomato sauce and cheese. Instead, it shines […]

Daube Provençale (beef stew with red wine & herbs)

Wine with food: French beef ragout Daube Provençale in a roaster with a glass of red wine on a terrace.

A classic of southern French braised cuisine The perfect wine to accompany the food is crucial for a Daube Provençale, as the harmony between wine and food completes this dish. This traditional braised dish from the south of France is based on beef that is gently cooked for hours in a strong red wine sauce […]

Bouillabaisse (fish soup from Marseille)

Wine with food: Original Provençal bouillabaisse in a clay pot with rouille and a glass of cassis white wine at the harbor.

A culinary monument to Provence and the Mediterranean When it comes to the ideal wine to accompany a meal, the classic bouillabaisse is the epitome of the perfect combination of maritime flavors and Provençal joie de vivre at the top of the list for discerning connoisseurs. This traditional fish soup from Marseille is far more […]

Curd cheese pancakes with roasted apricots

Wine with food: Fluffy curd cheese pancakes with fruity apricot roast and a glass of Muskateller wine from the Wachau.

A fluffy dessert highlight of Alpine pastry cuisine The perfect wine with food also enhances the sweet moments in life, which is why the careful matching of wine and food is essential for a Topfenschmarrn. This Austrian classic impresses with its airy consistency, which is created by the high proportion of curd cheese and beaten […]

Blunz’n-Gröstl with marjoram & apple cider vinegar onions

Wine with your meal: Hearty Blunz'n-Gröstl in an iron pan with red onions and a glass of white wine.

A rustic classic of pub cuisine reinterpreted Finding the perfect wine to accompany a hearty dish such as Blunz’n-Gröstl is an exciting task for any sommelier. The harmony of wine and food determines whether the hearty components of the black pudding overwhelm the palate or are elegantly enhanced by a fine accompaniment. This dish pays […]

WordPress Cookie Notice by Real Cookie Banner