Explore the flavours of Italy through the perfect pairing of antipasti and wines.
During this course you will enjoy a selection of antipasti prepared by our Le Cordon Bleu Master Chef, from cured meats to crostini, and Matthieu Longuere MS will provide a pairing of Italian wine for each dish. Ideal for Italian food lovers and wine enthusiasts.
By the end of this lesson students will be able to:
• apply sensory evaluation skills to a range of Italian wines.
• Describe the factors influencing food and wine pairing.
• Identify what is considered as typical Italian flavours
• Appreciate the range of Italian wines suitable with antipasti
Food:
• Salami, Taggiasca olives, ciabatta
• Bagna cauda, crudites
• Crostini, Caponata
• Macaroni, bottarga, chilli
• Courgette flower fritter, ricotta, pinenuts
• Prawn skewer, oregano, lemon
Wine:
• Unfiltered no added sugar sparkling, Prosecco Col Fondo
• Skin contact white, Pinot Grigio Ramato
• Dry sparkling red wine, Lambrusco
• Crisp and aromatic white, Vermentino
• Deep Rosé wine, Cerasuolo d’Abbruzzo
• Unoaked Piemonte Barbera
Wine at Le Cordon Bleu
Overseen by Matthieu Longuere MS, Le Cordon Bleu London wine masterclasses aim to provide a better understanding and appreciation of wine through the study of some key winemaking processes, regions and relevant topics such as food and wine pairing.
Purchasing as a gift?
Are you looking to purchase this course as a gift for someone, but you're not sure if the dates are suitable or whether this is the right course for them? You can alternatively purchase a Gift Card to the value of this course or a value of your choosing. The Gift Card can be redeemed against this course, any of our other short courses (subject to availability), or at La Boutique and Café Le Cordon Bleu London.