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Dining in the Netherlands: Terroir

January 30, 2023January 30, 2023 StefanGourmet

Terroir is a restaurant in the picturesque old town of Utrecht with an extensive wine list and a weekly changing à la carte menu. For starter (15-17 euros), in between (18-21 euros) and main course (25-30 euros) there is one … Continue reading Dining in the Netherlands: Terroir

2. Primi (pasta, risotto), Secondi di Carne (meat dishes)7 Comments

Zuppa Gallurese con Ghisadu

January 27, 2023January 29, 2023 StefanGourmet

At agriturismo “Il Muto di Gallura” we enjoyed Zuppa Gallurese con ghisatu. This is a local dish from the area of Gallura in the North-West of Sardinia. It is actually the combination of two dishes. Zuppa Gallurese is a kind … Continue reading Zuppa Gallurese con Ghisadu

2. Primi (pasta, risotto)5 Comments

Rabbit Ravioli (Ravioli di Coniglio)

January 8, 2023January 8, 2023 StefanGourmet

For these ravioli I wanted the delicate flavor of the (farmed) rabbit to shine. To accomplish that, I did not use any other prominent ingredients, and squeezed all of the flavor out of the rabbit by making a stock from … Continue reading Rabbit Ravioli (Ravioli di Coniglio)

Secondi di Pesce (fish dishes)6 Comments

Grouper Sous Vide with Vanilla and Lemon Zest

December 29, 2022 StefanGourmet

Sometimes I get the inspiration for a new dish from something I’ve enjoyed in a restaurant. Very seldomly I try to copy a dish exactly, but I do use the combinations of ingredients or preparations. At two Michelin star restaurant … Continue reading Grouper Sous Vide with Vanilla and Lemon Zest

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Lemon Delight

December 27, 2022 StefanGourmet

At Lo Stuzzichino we enjoyed a wonderful dessert that was simply called Lemon Delight, showing off the fantastic lemons from nearby Sorrento. It is layers of sponge cake with a lemon cream, garnished with lemon zest. I decided to make … Continue reading Lemon Delight

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Dining in the Netherlands: Librije*** (December 2022)

December 24, 2022December 27, 2022 StefanGourmet

We have been celebrating the anniversary of our first date with a dinner at Librije for years now, although in 2020 and 2021 the restaurant was closed due to Covid and we had to go to Librije on another date. … Continue reading Dining in the Netherlands: Librije*** (December 2022)

Secondi di Carne (meat dishes)7 Comments

Smoked Brisket Sous Vide

December 23, 2022 StefanGourmet

Brisket is a big deal in Texas. There are brisket smoking competitions. It takes hours to smoke a perfect brisket, tending the fire to keep the temperature just right, and spraying the brisket with liquid (such as apple juice) to … Continue reading Smoked Brisket Sous Vide

Secondi di Carne (meat dishes), Sous-Vide tips & tricks5 Comments

Ossobuco Sous Vide Time and Temperature Experiment

December 18, 2022 StefanGourmet

Ossobuco is a classic Italian dish from Milan: braised veal shank, often served with a saffron risotto on the side (which is the exception to the Italian rule that pasta or rice (primo piatto) is not served together with meat … Continue reading Ossobuco Sous Vide Time and Temperature Experiment

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Mackerel ‘in Saor’ (Sgombro in Saor)

December 10, 2022December 10, 2022 StefanGourmet

A classic and delicious dish from Venice is pesce in saôr, which does not mean ‘sour’ fish but ‘flavored’ fish (saôr comes from ‘sapore’). The recipe was invented in Venice as a way to preserve fish, and even though we have … Continue reading Mackerel ‘in Saor’ (Sgombro in Saor)

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Peperoni imbottiti alla Sorrentina (Stuffed Bell Peppers alla Sorrentina)

December 4, 2022December 4, 2022 StefanGourmet

In the Sorrento peninsula, famous for the Amalfi Coast, bell peppers are stuffed with a mixture of eggplant, olives, capers, bread, basil, and parsley. We enjoyed this humble but tasty vegan antipasto at Lo Stuzzichino. It is a bit of … Continue reading Peperoni imbottiti alla Sorrentina (Stuffed Bell Peppers alla Sorrentina)

Secondi di Carne (meat dishes)3 Comments

Faux Filet Grillé aux Herbes de Provence (Grilled Strip Steak with Provençal Herbs)

December 3, 2022 StefanGourmet

This is a dish that I’ve enjoyed a lot on holiday in France. Strip steak is not as tender as ribeye and can be a bit tough. But since I like it on the rare side of medium rare, cooking … Continue reading Faux Filet Grillé aux Herbes de Provence (Grilled Strip Steak with Provençal Herbs)

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Lemon Ricotta Ravioli with Clams (Ravioli al profumo di limone con vongole)

December 2, 2022 StefanGourmet

This dish was inspired by the ravioli we had at Lo Stuzzichino during our latest vacation to Italy: ravioli filled with ricotta perfumed with lemon zest, served with vongole. Although making your own ravioli from scratch requires some practice, this … Continue reading Lemon Ricotta Ravioli with Clams (Ravioli al profumo di limone con vongole)

Secondi di Carne (meat dishes)2 Comments

Brasato al Barolo Sous Vide (Beef Braised in Barolo)

November 21, 2022 StefanGourmet

Brasato al Barolo is a classic dish from the Italian region of Piemonte of beef braised in Barolo. Barolo is also known as the king of Italian wine, and is the most important wine from that region. Traditionally a beef … Continue reading Brasato al Barolo Sous Vide (Beef Braised in Barolo)

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Torta Caprese (Chocolate Almond Cake)

November 18, 2022 StefanGourmet

Although we have been to Campania a number of times, during our latest trip in September it was the first time that we got to enjoy a slice of Torta Caprese, which was at Villa Rosa. It is a flourless … Continue reading Torta Caprese (Chocolate Almond Cake)

Secondi di Pesce (fish dishes)6 Comments

Monkfish With Prosciutto Sous Vide

November 11, 2022 StefanGourmet

Monkfish wrapped with prosciutto is a classic combination. By dry brining the fish first and then cooking it sous vide, the fish will be tender and juicy. It is important to remove the membrane of the monkfish, as it contracts … Continue reading Monkfish With Prosciutto Sous Vide

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Wine trip to Lombardia: Valtellina and Valcalepio

October 29, 2022October 29, 2022 StefanGourmet

This is the third and final part of a short series about the wine trip I made with a group of the Dutch association of Vinologists (Verenigde Vinologen Nederland). The first part was about our tour of Oltrepò Pavese and … Continue reading Wine trip to Lombardia: Valtellina and Valcalepio

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Wine trip to Lombardia: Franciacorta

October 22, 2022October 29, 2022 StefanGourmet

This is the second part of a short series about the wine trip I made with a group of the Dutch association of Vinologists (Verenigde Vinologen Nederland). The first part was about our tour of Oltrepò Pavese. After that we … Continue reading Wine trip to Lombardia: Franciacorta

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Wine trip to Lombardia: Oltrepò Pavese

October 21, 2022October 29, 2022 StefanGourmet

I am a member of the Dutch association of Vinologists (Verenigde Vinologen Nederland) and after the great wine trip to Piemonte last year, I joined this year’s trip to Lombardia. Our guide for the trip was Fred Nijhuis, just like … Continue reading Wine trip to Lombardia: Oltrepò Pavese

Secondi di Pesce (fish dishes)5 Comments

Sea Bream with Squash Velouté (Orata con Vellutata di Zucca)

October 9, 2022 StefanGourmet

In Italy at Villa Rosa di Nonna Rosa, I enjoyed sea bream with a squash velouté. I really liked this combination, so I decided to make this at home. Sea bream (orata) is a type of fish that dries out … Continue reading Sea Bream with Squash Velouté (Orata con Vellutata di Zucca)

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Dining in Italy: Ispinigoli

September 23, 2022September 23, 2022 StefanGourmet

This was our third meal at Ristorante Ispinigoli, after earlier visits in 2017 and 2019 that I did not blog about. The hotel and restaurant is located in the mountains on the east side of Sardinia, near the town of … Continue reading Dining in Italy: Ispinigoli

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Dining in Italy: Fradis Minoris*

September 21, 2022September 23, 2022 StefanGourmet

Fradis Minoris is a fish restaurant on the southern coast of Sardinia in the town of Pula that has just received its first Michelin star. It is located on the dam that separates the lagoon of Nora from the open … Continue reading Dining in Italy: Fradis Minoris*

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Dining in Italy: Taverna Estia** (2022)

September 9, 2022September 9, 2022 StefanGourmet

Our last dinner in Campania for this trip was at Taverna Estia, where we wanted to return after our great experience there 4 years ago. In the meantime they added outdoor seating. It is a family business with Mario Sposito … Continue reading Dining in Italy: Taverna Estia** (2022)

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Dining in Italy: Villa Rosa di Nonna Rosa

September 8, 2022September 8, 2022 StefanGourmet

Chef Peppe Guida has two restaurants: Antica Osteria Nonna Rossa with a Michelin star, and an agriturismo called Villa Rosa di Nonna Rosa. The produce used at both restaurants comes from the agriturismo, from farm to table. We had dinner … Continue reading Dining in Italy: Villa Rosa di Nonna Rosa

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Dining in Italy: Torre del Saracino** (2022)

September 7, 2022September 7, 2022 StefanGourmet

For our 5th dinner at Torre del Saracino (and some other restaurants in this area) we made a bit of a detour, because the primary destination of our vacation is Sardinia. We were seated at the table in the corner … Continue reading Dining in Italy: Torre del Saracino** (2022)

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Dining in Italy: Lo Stuzzichino

September 5, 2022September 6, 2022 StefanGourmet

Lo Stuzzichino is just around the corner from Don Alfonso in Sant’Agata Sui Due Golfi. It is an osteria that has been recognized by many guides as one of the best trattorie in Italy, including tre gamberi by Gambero Rosso. … Continue reading Dining in Italy: Lo Stuzzichino

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Dining in Italy: Don Alfonso 1890** (2022)

September 5, 2022September 5, 2022 StefanGourmet

We really enjoyed our first dinner at Don Alfonso 1890 in 2018, so it was the perfect restaurant to start off this year’s culinary adventures in Italy. This is a family business, run by two brothers and their mother. Apart … Continue reading Dining in Italy: Don Alfonso 1890** (2022)

2. Primi (pasta, risotto)6 Comments

Octopus Risotto (Risotto al Polpo)

September 2, 2022 StefanGourmet

If you cook octopus sous vide, you will get tender flavorful octopus, as well as a lot of flavorful liquid in the bag (more than a third of the original weight of the octopus, see this post). Het is a … Continue reading Octopus Risotto (Risotto al Polpo)

4. Dolci (dessert)5 Comments

Tiramisù

August 28, 2022August 28, 2022 StefanGourmet

Originally posted on Stefan's Gourmet Blog:
Note added August 28, 2022: This was one of the first recipes that I published on my blog, over 10 years ago. This still remains one of my favorites, even though I don’t… Continue reading Tiramisù

1. Antipasti (appetizers)9 Comments

Salmon Mousse (Mousse di Salmone)

August 27, 2022 StefanGourmet

Salmon mousse is a festive appetizer that is delicious yet easy to prepare. The only equipment you need is an immersion blender. You can serve it in small glasses like I did here, but it is also excellent for canapés: … Continue reading Salmon Mousse (Mousse di Salmone)

Secondi di Pesce (fish dishes)2 Comments

Seared Tuna with Coriander Seed and Fennel Seed

August 21, 2022 StefanGourmet

At Ubin restaurant in Costa Rica we enjoyed tuna that had been seared with fennel seed and coriander seed. I really liked this combination and wanted to try it at home. The photo was made with my phone in bad … Continue reading Seared Tuna with Coriander Seed and Fennel Seed

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