Week 27

Week 27 Menu: A Tuscan Journey - Rustic Italian Fare and Tuscan Wines

Staff

Jul 3, 2023 — 1 min read

This week, we're going on a gastronomic adventure to Tuscany, a region known for its stunning landscapes, artistic heritage, and most importantly, its extraordinary culinary and wine traditions. Each meal this week is paired with a Tuscan wine, embodying the spirit of "what grows together, goes together."

Monday: Pappa al Pomodoro

This traditional Tuscan bread and tomato soup is a wonderful way to start our culinary voyage. Simple yet hearty, this dish is the embodiment of rustic Italian cooking.

Wine Recommendation: A young Chianti, with its bright acidity and cherry notes, will balance the rich tomato flavors in this soup.

Tuesday: Panzanella

In the spirit of Tuscan cuisine, this classic bread salad turns simple ingredients into something extraordinary. Fresh vegetables, stale bread, and a tangy vinaigrette come together for a perfect summer dish.

Wine Recommendation: A Vernaccia di San Gimignano, with its crisp and fruity profile, will pair beautifully with this fresh salad.

Wednesday: Pappardelle al Cinghiale

Wide ribbons of pappardelle pasta coated in a robust wild boar sauce. This dish showcases the game meats that Tuscany is known for.

Wine Recommendation: A Brunello di Montalcino, with its robust structure and complex flavors, will stand up to the hearty cinghiale.

Thursday: Bistecca alla Fiorentina

A large, thick-cut T-bone steak from the local Chianina cattle breed, cooked over high heat for a charred exterior and a tender, juicy interior. A true Tuscan treat.

Wine Recommendation: This meaty dish needs a big wine. A well-aged Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, with its deep flavors and firm tannins, is an excellent match.

Friday: Ribollita

We're rounding off the week with Ribollita, a satisfying Tuscan vegetable and bean soup thickened with bread. Humble in its ingredients, but rich in flavors.

Wine Recommendation: A Chianti Classico Riserva, with its maturity and depth, complements the complexity of this hearty soup.

These rustic Tuscan meals and wines will hopefully transport you to the beautiful rolling hills of Tuscany and offer a glimpse of the joy of Italian 'la dolce vita'!

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