Japanese Food is Renowned and Appreciated for its Finesse. The cuisine of Japan is tasty, yet always elegant and subtle. Fish and other seafood, vegetables, rice, soy and tofu, noodles are the staples in Japan. All are delicately-flavored ingredients that demand to be paired carefully...
Italian Cuisine is all about simplicity. It’s about showcasing the natural flavors of ingredients, yet bringing them to the next level using delicate seasoning and the complementarity of certain foods paired with each other. The good news here as well, is that this makes the...
Most people do not really know what chili is exactly as they mostly acquire the finished product. Chili is an amazing dish that reminds most people of comfort food, especially in cold climates. It comes in different variations and can be served with a lot...
Wine lovers and enthusiasts, have you ever tried Sauvignon Blanc both as a drink and on your dish? For those who are not familiar with Sauvignon Blanc, it is a white wine that found its origins in arguably France’s most famous wine region: Bordeaux. Sauvignon...
Grana Padano is a hard, aged, semi-fat Italian cheese produced in the Northern part of the country in the Po River valley. The production area includes the regions of Piedmont, Lombardy, Veneto, parts of Emilia-Romagna, and Trento. The name ‘grana’ refers to the typical granulous texture of...
Last week, as I was visiting the Lombardy region in the North of Italy, by the stunning (and big) lake of Garda, I visited a famous local producer Costaripa in the town of Valtènesi. This is a land of rosé wines, where the most popular...
Salmon Skin Rolls are a great appetizer and snack for all occasions. Whether you’re out at a fancy restaurant or hosting some friends in your home, this healthy and tasty starter is perfect for any event. Benefits of Salmon It’s no secret that salmon has...
Flying in the business cabin of an aircraft is a dream for many 🙂 Well, perhaps the word ‘dream’ is a little strong! The dream is the travel itself rather, exploring unknown places, finding yourself in a completely new environment, a new culture, meeting new...
As I was attending 2017 Vinitaly, the biggest Italian professional wine fair in Verona, I had the pleasure of meeting the people from the Consorzio Grana Padano, the promotion body of one the most famous Italian cheeses that happens to be produced around Verona: Grana Padano....
Discover some unusual but wonderful combinations of flavors with these unique wine and food pairings. Matching a steak with a bold Cabernet Sauvignon, or a smooth white wine with some fresh seafood is always a great dining experience. But what wine do you pair with...