August tastes of smoke and ripe tomatoes Eggplant needs heat to come into its own. Raw, it’s nothing—but when grilled until the skin turns black and the flesh collapses inward, it becomes something deep, smoky, almost meaty. The tomato ragù that accompanies it: San Marzano tomatoes, slowly simmered with garlic, oregano, and a splash of […]
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Canadian wine meets the ultimate barbecue dish: Why the Creekside Iconoclast Syrah is a perfect match for the dry-aged ribeye Wine from Canada and a dry-aged ribeye from the grill—that’s a pairing you’ll never forget. The dry-aged ribeye is the most complex and aromatic cut of beef: weeks of dry aging concentrate the meat’s flavor, […]
North Africa Meets Southern Australia—with an Australian wine that knows how to bring the heat Wine from Australia and North African barbecue cuisine—it’s a pairing that may seem surprising at first glance but wins you over with the very first sip. Merguez is no ordinary sausage: this fiery lamb sausage from the Maghreb is seasoned […]
Argentine barbecue culture meets Australian wine – the perfect evening at the campsite Australian wine and an Argentine barbecue—a combination that’s hard to beat on a balmy summer evening at the campground. These grilled corn-fed chicken skewers with Chimichurri Rojo and golden Papas al Horno are the perfect camping meal: easy to prepare, cooked right […]
American BBQ vibes meet Australian wine Wine from Australia and a juicy pulled pork burger—that’s a combination that needs no further explanation. The pulled pork burger is one of the great delights of American BBQ culture: pork braised for hours until it’s so tender it falls apart at the slightest touch, served on a toasted […]
When barbecue season kicks off, you need an Australian wine that can hold its own. Australian wine and grilled meat—it’s a combination that has stood the test of time for decades. Australian Shiraz is made to be served alongside a smoky rump steak. It brings power, spice, and a velvety depth that perfectly complements the […]
Tender to perfection: Saddle of lamb paired with Australian Shiraz Wine from Australia and a perfectly cooked piece of lamb—that’s a combination that knows no compromise. Sous vide lamb loin is the result of a cooking method that gives the meat everything and takes nothing away: cooked at a controlled temperature in a water bath, […]
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 […]
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 […]









