Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to celebrate love – and what could be better than a stylish dinner for two? With the right wine and food pairings, the evening will not only be romantic, but also unforgettable from a culinary point of view. Here are six exquisite pairings that will catapult you into seventh […]
1. Introduction Bordeaux blends are among the most renowned wine styles in the world and stand for elegance, complexity and incomparable ageing potential. They originated in the famous Bordeaux wine region in south-west France, but Bordeaux blends are now also being produced with great success outside Europe, particularly in the so-called “New World” wine countries. […]
Introduction Christmas is a time when the air in our homes smells of pine needles, candle wax and freshly baked biscuits. In Germany, Christmas is not just a celebration, it is a ritual: families come together to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and spend a few days focussing on the really important […]
Crispy indulgence meets fine wines November has it all: the days are getting shorter, the nights longer and we find every excuse to indulge in culinary delights. So it’s no wonder that 11 November, St Martin’s Day (Martini), is very popular with us in culinary terms. Why? Because one of the crispiest, juiciest and most […]
A delight of nature and culture Game and wine – two flavours that embody the essence of nature and offer us deep insights into the cultural traditions of wine-growing countries. Germany and some of the world’s most famous wine-growing regions, including New Zealand, Australia, Canada, South Africa and Chile, have unique approaches to preparing game […]
Welcome to the world where green sticks meet fine wines, creating a romance that would make even the gods of Olympus jealous. Before we dive into this culinary adventure, let us shed a little light on the subject. Asparagus and wine – doesn’t that sound like an invitation to a spring festival where elegance and […]
1. Easter – the culinary family festival Ah, Easter – the time of year when oversized chocolate bunnies take over the shelves and families gather around colourfully decorated tables to celebrate the resurrection of chocolate eggs. Joking aside, Easter naturally has a deeper meaning, which is celebrated with a variety of traditions and customs depending […]
A journey of discovery into the world of perfect pairings Wine and food pairing is an art form as old as viticulture and the culinary arts themselves. A good understanding of this art can transform the dining experience from the ground up, enhancing the flavours of both wine and food and creating a harmonious overall […]
Small Cellardoor24 guide to combining wine and pumpkin dishes.
Icewine with rhubarb cake Recently, while shopping, I came across the offer of fresh rhubarb. With rhubarb, I’m always a bit torn because on the one hand it tastes great and you can make great desserts and desserts out of it, but on the other hand it is relatively labor-intensive. These countless fibers are a […]
