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Coca de Verdura (Catalan-style vegetable pie)

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Wine with food - A crispy coca de verdura with peppers and eggplants on a rustic table next to a glass of Muscat Seco.
08
Jan

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 […]

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Calçots with romesco sauce

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Wine with food: Grilled calçots with romesco sauce and a glass of Parellada white wine on a rustic Catalan table.
07
Jan

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 […]

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Bacalao a la Llauna (stockfish from the oven)

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Wine with the meal: Bacalao a la Llauna stockfish with garlic and peppers in a pan served with white wine.
07
Jan

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 […]

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Sopa de castanhas (chestnut soup)

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Wine with the meal: Creamy sopa de castanhas chestnut soup served with a glass of Douro Branco Reserva white wine.
06
Jan

An autumnal classic with a velvety texture Wine with food is a passion that comes into its own with a warming chestnut soup, especially in the cooler months of the year. The harmonious combination of wine and food in this Portuguese classic requires a sure instinct, as the nutty and slightly sweet aromas of the […]

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Polvo à lagareiro (octopus with olive oil & garlic)

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Wine with the meal: Polvo à lagareiro octopus with olive oil and potatoes served with a glass of white wine.
06
Jan

A maritime feast from the Portuguese coastal cuisine If you are looking for the ideal wine to accompany a seafood dinner, the Polvo à lagareiro is a prime example of Portugal’s authentic culinary culture. The art of harmoniously combining wine and food is demonstrated in this dish by the balance between the meaty texture of […]

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Alheira sausage with fried potatoes

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Wine with food: Fried Alheira sausage with crispy fried potatoes and a glass of Portuguese red wine.
06
Jan

A piece of Portuguese history on a plate Choosing the right wine to accompany your meal is crucial to fully enjoying a traditional alheira sausage with roast potatoes. In the world of wine and food, this storied sausage holds a special place, as it was originally developed by Jewish communities in Portugal to give the […]

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Arroz de pato (duck rice from the oven)

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Wine with food: Portuguese arroz de pato duck rice with chouriço and a glass of red wine from the Douro.
05
Jan

A Portuguese classic full of heartiness If you are looking for the ideal wine to accompany your meal, you can’t go past the hearty Portuguese cuisine and the wonderful arroz de pato. This dish is the epitome of comfort food and shows how masterfully wine and food have been fused together in the Lusitanian tradition […]

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Fennel and orange salad with roasted almonds & olive oil and lemon

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Wine with food: Fennel and orange salad with almonds and a glass of Picpoul de Pinet on a garden table.
05
Jan

Mediterranean freshness and citrusy elegance on the plate Choosing the right wine to go with the food is crucial to fully exploit the subtle nuances of this salad. When pairing wine and food, the balance between the acidity of the orange and the aniseed note of the fennel is particularly important. This fennel and orange […]

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Cape Malay chicken curry

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Wine with food with an aromatic Cape Malay chicken curry, roti bread and a glass of Sauvignon Blanc from Elgin.
04
Jan

Exotic spice worlds from Cape Town at your own dining table When it comes to the harmonious combination of wine and food, the Cape Malay Chicken Curry is a fascinating example of cultural diversity. This dish originated in the kitchens of the Malay slaves at the Cape of Good Hope and combines Indonesian influences with […]

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Cabrito assado (braised roast goat)

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Wine with the meal: Portuguese cabrito assado roast goat with potatoes and a glass of red wine from the Douro.
03
Jan

Tender goat meat in a liaison with Portuguese wine tradition The search for the perfect wine to accompany a meal takes us today to the mountainous regions of Portugal, where cabrito assado is considered one of the finest festive dishes. When it comes to matching wine and food, the special texture and the slightly gamey […]

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