Summer is already in full swing, have you taken advantage of the sunny days yet? The warm weather is a perfect excuse to take a break from our typical workload. We chose our three favorite gourmet food brands that will elevate your dishes without a lot of fuss, from tangy condiments and meal kits to luxurious spreads.
Savor the flavors of summer with our hand-picked top brands for July 2023.
Giuseppe Giusti
The complex flavors of a bottle of traditionally aged balsamic vinegar brings an unmistakable taste of decadence to any dish. It’s perfect for the light, fresh dishes we gravitate toward in the hotter months.
For over four centuries, the Giusti family has been producing Balsamic Vinegar with a complex harmony of flavors. Now Italy’s oldest balsamic producer, Giuseppe Giusti sticks to their family traditions.
Giusti maintains a balance between tradition and a modern and sustainable production philosophy. The family's private acetaia, or vinegar cellar, remains an essential part of the process. The master vinegar maker of the family inherits the secrets of the craft, ensuring that the ancient history of Giusti continues from one generation to the next.
The balsamic vinegar is slowly aged over years in centuries-old oak casks, which infuses the flavors of past batches. The award-winning Aged Balsamic Vinegar By Giuseppe Giusti 2 Gold Medals Il Classico will bring multi-layered flavors to a simple Caprese salad or when drizzled over a fresh bruschetta.
Balsamic vinegar also crafts an intricate gastronomic journey when mixed with sweet dishes. Drizzle some of the 5 Gold Banda Cube Balsamic Vinegar over strawberry or vanilla ice cream, fresh peaches, cold melons, soft goat cheeses, or figs for a unique experience. Balsamic also tastes great with barbecued meat, hearty green vegetables, or mixed in a risotto.
Photo credit: Giuseppe Giusti
El Paeller - Authentic Paella Cooked at Home
Even top chefs find making a paella intimidating! There is so much tradition involved with the delicate balance of flavors that many don’t think they can replicate that mouth-watering dish on their own.
Master paella chef Rafa Margós dreamed up El Paeller to solve this problem. El Paller begins the paella process, then wraps up the ingredients into easy-to-use gourmet paella kits that you finish cooking at home in just 18 minutes!
Capture the true flavor of Spain with traditional wood-fired paella kits, packed with all-natural, locally sourced ingredients from Valencia. Rafa uses his 25 years of experience to craft wood-fired broths with rich flavors. These versatile broths are perfect for paellas, fideuàs, and stews and can serve a table of three to four guests. All you need to do is add that “final touch” to bring that wood-infused flavor to your home.
The El Paeller Seafood Paella Kit has everything you need for an aromatic and completely authentic paella. It’s easy to cook the assorted prawns, crab, cuttlefish, and wood-fired broth together with the rice for unparalleled flavor.
If you already have the rice and just want the slow-cooked broth, order a tin of the delicious El Paeller Wood Fired Meat Broth (there is also a vegan or seafood option).
Photo credit: El Paeller
Rougié - Foie Gras Produced Sustainably & Gently
The team at Rougié is dedicated to producing the finest Foie Gras in a sustainable and ethical way. This renowned brand originated in France as a small shop in 1875. Over the last 150 years, it has grown into a globally recognized stamp of excellence in the foie gras and moulard duck world.
Today, Rougié caters to gourmet restaurants worldwide. Home cooks are also welcome to order their tasty tins. A few tins of Rougié might be the best kept secret for wowing at parties. Their success is attributed to a dedication to excellence and a commitment to the well-being of their ducks.
The healthy ducks are raised in a free-range environment for 12 weeks before being individually hand-fed two meals a day for another week and half. This gentle feeding results in the tastiest and healthiest moulard duck products. Rougié's farms prioritize sustainable family farming and meticulous attention to detail.
One of their show stopping products is the luxurious Rougie Duck Foie Gras with Armagnac. Good foie gras shines on its own so it doesn’t need much preparation. Many chefs just crack some fresh black pepper and spread it on crackers, served with bubbly wine.
For your next round of hors d'oeuvres, serve the delicious Rougie Perigord Duck Rillettes chilled. They have a rich flavor and silky flavor. Try some spread over a fresh slice of crusty baguette with some good, dry wine, like pinot noir.
Photo credit: Rougié
Today, Rougié caters to gourmet restaurants worldwide. Home cooks are also welcome to order their tasty tins. A few tins of Rougié might be the best kept secret for wowing at parties. Their success is attributed to a dedication to excellence and a commitment to the well-being of their ducks.
The healthy ducks are raised in a free-range environment for 12 weeks before being individually hand-fed two meals a day for another week and half. This gentle feeding results in the tastiest and healthiest moulard duck products. Rougié's farms prioritize sustainable family farming and meticulous attention to detail.
One of their show stopping products is the luxurious Rougie Duck Foie Gras with Armagnac. Good foie gras shines on its own so it doesn’t need much preparation. Many chefs just crack some fresh black pepper and spread it on crackers, served with bubbly wine.
For your next round of hors d'oeuvres, serve the delicious Rougie Perigord Duck Rillettes chilled. They have a rich flavor and silky flavor. Try some spread over a fresh slice of crusty baguette with some good, dry wine, like pinot noir.
Voila, your July get-togethers couldn’t be easier! Serve a full dinner with appetizers of Foie Gras and crackers, leafy salads drizzled with Giuseppe Giusti balsamic, and a deceptively simple main course of authentic paella. See you next month!
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