Tag Archives: Herbs

Fried Danube pikeperch on potato salad

Wine with the meal: Fried Danube pike-perch fillets with potato salad and Riesling wine.

A noble river fish meets Austrian down-to-earthness If you are looking for the ideal wine to accompany a light yet flavorful fish dish, Donau-Zander is a first-class choice. In the Wachau, wine and food are particularly characterized by the combination of freshly caught fish and mineral white wines. Pike-perch is considered one of the finest […]

Wachau fish soup (from Danube fish)

Wine with your meal: Traditional Wachau fish soup and a glass of wine.

A forgotten delicacy from the Danube region rediscovered If you are looking for the ideal wine to accompany a traditional Austrian starter, there is no way around this fish specialty. The topic of wine and food has been celebrated in the Wachau for centuries, with Fischbeuschelsuppe being the culinary flagship of river fishing. This rich […]

Vegetable bobotie with lentil filling (vegetarian)

Wine with the meal: Vegetarian vegetable bobotie with lentil filling and a glass of Chenin Blanc Darling.

A vegetarian interpretation of the South African national dish If you are looking for the ideal wine to go with your meal for a cozy evening, this vegetarian version of the classic bobotie is an excellent choice. The wine and food theme finds a particularly exciting stage in this dish, as the multi-layered spices of […]

Pap with chakalaka (corn porridge & spicy vegetable sauce)

Wine with the meal: Hearty pap with spicy chakalaka and a glass of South African Chenin Blanc.

Discover the culinary soul of South Africa The search for the ideal wine to pair with food leads us today to one of the most authentic dishes of South African Cape cuisine, which impresses with its spiciness and texture. When we talk about the harmony of wine and food, the combination of creamy maize porridge […]

Sosaties (meat skewers with apricot)

Wine with the meal: Spicy Sosaties meat skewers with apricot and a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon from Stellenbosch.

A South African taste experience from the grill If you are looking for the right wine to go with food for an authentic South African barbecue, you can’t go past Sosaties. The art of wine and food is all about finding the fine balance between the spiciness of the meat and the fruitiness of the […]

Lamb bredie (braised with pumpkin & tomato)

Wine with food: Lamb bredie in a cast-iron pot with pumpkin and tomatoes alongside a glass of red wine.

A South African stew full of soul If you choose the right wine to go with the food, a rustic casserole becomes a real feast for all the senses. A lamb bredie is a classic Cape dish that develops an incomparable depth through the slow braising of tender lamb, sweet pumpkin and juicy tomatoes. This […]

Braaibrotjies (grilled sandwiches from the braai)

Wine with food: Crispy Braaibrotjies from the grill and a glass of chilled Methode Cap Classique in a South African garden.

The South African classic from the grill Today, the search for the perfect wine to accompany food takes us to South Africa and a true barbecue classic for connoisseurs. When it comes to the harmonious pairing of wine and food, braai bread jies are a fascinating choice that is often underestimated, but impresses with its […]

Ostrich steak with rosemary potatoes

Wine with food: Juicy ostrich steak with rosemary potatoes and a glass of South African Shiraz in front of Table Mountain.

An exotic barbecue experience with South African flair The choice for the perfect wine to accompany an ostrich steak often falls on strong red wines, which ideally complement the lean yet aromatic meat. Those who study wine and food in depth will appreciate the fine texture of ostrich meat, which is visually reminiscent of beef […]

Aioli Provençal (garlic cream with fish & vegetables)

Wine with food: Aioli Provençal with cod, vegetables and a bottle of Bandol Rosé on a garden table in the south of France.

A Provençal feast for the senses The right choice of wine to accompany a meal often determines the success of a convivial evening with friends or family. When it comes to the harmonious pairing of wine and food, the Aioli Provençal is a prime example of the honest and powerful cuisine of the South of […]

Stuffed zucchini flowers with ricotta & herbs

Wine with food: Stuffed zucchini flowers with ricotta & herbs and a glass of cassis white wine in a restaurant on the Provence coast.

Summer delicacy from Provence Choosing the right wine to accompany your meal is crucial to the enjoyment of such delicate dishes as stuffed zucchini flowers. Anyone looking for the perfect harmony between wine and food will discover a wonderful lightness in this Mediterranean starter that gently prepares the palate for the menu to come. Zucchini […]

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