Summery freshness meets creamy elegance This cold pasta combines the delicate aniseed scent of young fennel with the lemony freshness of lemon balm. The whole thing is rounded off with melt-in-the-mouth burrata, which gently blends with the pasta when mixed. A dash of lemon and the best olive oil make this a light, aromatic summer […]
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Linguine with sun-dried tomatoes, capers & anchovies
Spicy aromas, Mediterranean soul This dish is full of intense Mediterranean flavors: salty capers, hearty anchovies and sweet, concentrated sun-dried tomatoes combine to create a full-bodied, sun-ripened combination. The linguine captures the flavors perfectly, while a hint of garlic and good olive oil round off the composition. Serve lukewarm – perfect for summer or as […]
Sweet elegance meets hearty sophistication: Summery pizza variation with that certain something This bianca pizza dispenses with tomato sauce and instead relies on a creamy base that perfectly combines the mildly spicy goat’s cheese with sweet fruit and aromatic honey. Fresh apricots provide a fruity balance, while roasted walnuts or pistachios add crunch. An exciting […]
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Spaghettoni with lemon, spring onions & bottarga
Fresh citrus notes, salty elegance and aromatic depth – a Mediterranean summer dream Tender spaghetti is combined with aromatic lemon butter, finely chopped spring onions and fine bottarga to create a sophisticated, simple dish full of maritime finesse. The recipe thrives on the interplay of freshness, saltiness and a hint of umami, which is given […]
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Orecchiette with grilled peach, Parma ham & rocket
Summery pasta meets fruity elegance This sophisticated pasta combines sweet, caramelized grilled peaches with salty Parma ham, fresh rocket and orecchiette cooked al dente. A summery dish full of contrasts that is surrounded by a warm citrus vinaigrette. The perfect dish for balmy evenings on the balcony or terrace. Ideal wine accompaniment: Nero d’Avola (Sicilia […]
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Beef burger with goat’s cheese & fig chutney
Spicy gourmet burger with sweet chutney Juicy beef burger topped with creamy goat’s cheese and fruity fig chutney – a sophisticated combination of savoury and sweet, ideal for gourmets. Ideal wine accompaniment: Barbera (Barbera d’Asti DOCG, Piedmont, Italy) The lively acidity of the Barbera acts as a freshness kick to the full-bodied burger. The ripe […]
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Grilled aubergine rolls with ricotta & basil
Light summer antipasti with a fresh herb kick Thin slices of aubergine are grilled, filled with creamy ricotta and basil, rolled up and refined with olive oil and lemon – aromatic, fresh and elegant. Ideal wine accompaniment: Lambrusco Secco (Emilia-Romagna DOC, Italy) A dry Lambrusco is the ultimate surprise with this dish. The slightly sparkling […]
Mediterranean grilling pleasure: Spicy salsiccia meets aromatic fennel – perfectly accompanied by a full-bodied Primitivo from Apulia This Italian grilled dish combines savoury salsiccia, a coarse pork sausage with fennel, with grilled fennel and fresh herbs. The combination of savoury sausage and aromatic vegetables is ideally complemented by a strong Primitivo wine from the Puglia […]
Mediterranean flavours meet Sicilian red wine – a harmonious combination Tender, grilled aubergine slices envelop a creamy ricotta filling with fresh herbs and are served in an aromatic tomato sauce. This dish combines the flavours of the Mediterranean in a light yet tasty ensemble. Ideal wine accompaniment: Nero d’Avola (Italy, Sicilia DOC) The Nero d’Avola, […]
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Pasta with salsiccia, fennel & fresh mint
Fresh flavour meets Mediterranean elegance An uncomplicated but aromatically deep pasta dish for spring and summer: salsiccia adds savoury depth, fennel provides sweet and spicy freshness and mint adds a surprising twist. Together with pasta cooked al dente, this dish is the perfect stage for a Sicilian red wine with freshness and structure. Brief summary […]
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