Red Wine

This traditional Italian meat sauce consists of ground beef, pork, or a combination of both, that is sautéed alongside a sofrito of onions, carrots, and celery, a splash of red wine, and canned tomatoes. The mixture is traditionally seasone... READ MORE

Tagliatelle al ragù alla Bolognese is a traditional dish originating from Bologna, consisting of tagliatelle pasta and a rich ragù made with a mixture of minced beef and pork, and tomatoes as key ingredients. Even though they are oft... READ MORE

Hailing from the Thessaly region, this rustic dish combines sausages, locally referred to as loukaniko, and bell peppers, all sliced into larger chunks and doused in a rich tomato sauce. Spetsofai is commonly elevated with hot peppers whi... READ MORE

Ragù Napoletano is a traditional meat and tomato sauce originating from Naples. In the past, it was prepared by the portinai or doormen who sat while observing the comings and goings of tenants as well as the sounds of the... READ MORE

Kόkoras krasάtos is a Greek variation on the famous French coq au vin. This Greek dish is made with rooster, Greek red wine, onions, garlic, Greek olive oil, cinnamon stick, nutmeg, cloves, allspice, bay leaves, tomatoes, and Florina peppers or Fl... READ MORE

Although the Greeks did not invent pasta, they have been consuming similar foods since ancient times. Actually, some terms we usually associate with Italian food like lasagna and macaroni are thought by some to be of Greek origin... READ MORE

Chtapodi sti schara (grilled octopus) is a traditional octopus dish originating from Greece. Although there are variations, the dish is usually made with a combination of octopus, red wine vinegar, olive... READ MORE

This classic Greek casserole consists of a combination of pasta and tomato-braised meat that is prepared as a one-pot oven dish. Although veal is the traditional choice, various types of meat may be employed, while the rich tomato sauce is usually... READ MORE

Rabo de toro is a traditional dish originating from the region of Andalusia, although it's eaten throughout the country. Each restaurant and region has their own recipe, but it's usually made with a combination of oxtail, olive oil, onions, garlic... READ MORE

This empanada variety originates from Córdoba in Argentina, hence the name. It is sweet and savory because it's filled with beef, raisins, potatoes, olives, and white sugar. Other ingredients include hard-boiled eggs, onions, garlic, red wi... READ MORE

Ragù di cinghiale is a traditional meat sauce hailing from Tuscany, but it's also prepared in other Italian regions such as Veneto and Umbria. The ragù is made with a combination of cinghiale (wild boar) meat, tomatoes, red wine, car... READ MORE

Carrillada is a traditional dish made with braised pork (de cerdo) or beef (de ternera) cheeks. The dish is especially popular in Andalusia, and the best version is supposedly made with local Iberian pigs. The cheeks are usually braised in red win... READ MORE

Pappardelle alla lepre is an ancient Tuscan dish – allegedly, Boccaccio himself was impressed with these pasta ribbons which are cooked in broth and flavored with hare meat. The preparation of this rich dish is time-consuming – the har... READ MORE

Tsigaristo is a traditional dish originating from Crete. It's prepared by sautéeing the onions in olive oil, then adding seasoned lamb meat and frying it in the pan or a clay pot over low heat. Near the end of cooking, a bit of lemon is add... READ MORE

Ragù all'anatra is an Italian meat sauce that's usually prepared with a combination of duck, garlic, onions, carrots, celery, guanciale, tomato purée, red wine, and herbs such as sage, parsley, bay leaves, and thyme. The vegetables a... READ MORE

Spanakopita is a Greek spinach pie consisting of a buttery, flaky phyllo pastry with a filling of cooked spinach, lemon juice, feta cheese, and sometimes dill. It can be served either as a small snack, an appetizer, or a light main course. Due to ... READ MORE

Stifado is a hearty Greek one-pot stew that is ideal for a cold winter's day. Although the ingredients vary from region to region and from cook to cook, the essential ones are large amounts of onions, tomatoes, wine or vinegar, and sometimes garli... READ MORE

Albóndigas en salsa is a traditional dish that's typically eaten as a tapa. This appetizer consists of meatballs in rich tomato sauce. The small meatballs are often made with a combination of beef, pork, veal (or a combination of the three)... READ MORE

The term kokkinisto encompasses various Greek dishes consisting of different types of meat that are seared and slowly braised in a flavorful tomato sauce, usually alongside various herbs, spices, and red wine. Traditionally prepared with beef, chi... READ MORE

Chorrillana or bistec a la chorrillana is a popular Chilean dish served mostly in pubs where it is labeled as an appetizer or a dish that is meant to be shared. The basis of the meal are French fries which are covered in a combination of ... READ MORE

This Greek version of pasta and a tomato-based meat ragù is a traditional dish that appears in numerous versions across the country. Although makaronia me kima is incredibly versatile and can be easily adapted with additional ingredients, i... READ MORE

Kouneli stifado is a traditional stew consisting of pieces of browned rabbit meat that have been cooked with onions, tomatoes, tomato paste, garlic, red wine or red wine vinegar, chicken or rabbit stock, and olive oil. A handful of warm and aromat... READ MORE

Ragù Toscano is a hearty Italian meat sauce from Tuscany, consisting of ground beef, bits of sausage, tomatoes, wine, olive oil, and a sofrito made from onion, carrots, and celery. There are numerous variations on the ragù depending ... READ MORE

Traditional wine kebab is a popular Bulgarian stew made with meat and wine, which are combined with a variety of vegetables and spices. This one-pot dish can be made with any type of meat, but beef is the most common choice. The meat is diced and ... READ MORE

Risotto con salsiccia is a hearty dish from northern Italy, perfect for cold winter days. Apart from salsiccia sausage, only a few ingredients are needed for the basic version of this comforting dish: onions, rice, meat stock, wine (versi... READ MORE

Poivrade sauce is a classic French pepper sauce that is an ideal accompaniment to marinated meat and game dishes. It consists of a mirepoix that is thickened with flour, along with wine, vinegar, and a hefty dose of pepper. There are two ... READ MORE

Salmì di cervo is a traditional dish originating from the Valtellina valley. Although there are variations, the dish is usually made with a combination of venison, red wine, pancetta, carrots, onions, garlic, celery, butter, olive oil, and ... READ MORE

Widely considered to be one of Rome's best street foods, these breaded, deep-fried rice croquettes are in fact quite similar to the Sicilian arancini, but unlike which, Roman supplì are traditionally filled with mozzarella, and the... READ MORE

Dalmatinska pašticada is a traditional Dalmatian dish consisting of beef (the traditional cut used being frikando, the toughest part of beef round) that is marinated in vinegar and spices for up to a couple of days, after which it&... READ MORE

Pappardelle all'anatra is a traditional dish that's especially popular in Tuscany. The dish is prepared with a combination of duck meat, garlic, tomatoes, red wine, stock, onions, carrots, celery, olive oil, sage, rosemary, bay leaves, and pappard... READ MORE

This humble Tuscan stew is made with cheaper cuts of beef, red wine (traditionally Chianti), crushed black peppercorns, lots of garlic, onions, celery, carrots, fresh herbs, and, sometimes, tomatoes, although they are not a part of the or... READ MORE

Oeufs en meurette is a traditional dish originating from the French region of Burgundy. The dish consists of eggs that are poached in red wine, as the wine's acid keeps the eggs nice and tidy and prevents the spillage that can happen during poachi... READ MORE

Bograč is a traditional meat stew that was supposedly invented by Hungarian shepherds when Prekmurje was under Hungarian rule. The stew consists of four types of meat—traditionally pork, beef, venison, and boar—which are simmered along... READ MORE

This classic peasant stew hails from the French region of Burgundy. This dish is the perfect showcase for the harmonious coexistence of its two main ingredients – coq, or rooster, and vin, or wine, in this case a bold, rust... READ MORE

Schweinebraten is a traditional pork roast originating from Bavaria. It is typically prepared for Sunday lunch and consists of sliced pork roast that's served with homemade gravy, semmelknödel (bread dumplings) or potato dumplings, a... READ MORE

Mydia or dagnje na crvenu buzaru is a popular Greek and Croatian appetizer consisting of fresh mussels that are steamed in red wine along with fresh herbs, garlic, and a variety of garden vegetables. The dish is usually doused in a Medite... READ MORE

Outside of Greece, loukaniko is typically described as a pork sausage that is generously seasoned with orange zest and fennel. However, in Greece and Cyprus, the term encompasses fresh, smoked, or cured sausages that are prepared with different ty... READ MORE

Hobotnica ispod peke is a popular Dalmatian dish made by slowly cooking a fresh, whole octopus in its juices under a big, traditional, bell-like lid called peka. The octopus is often flavored with aromatic herbs and spices such as garlic,... READ MORE

Chanfana is a hearty goat (or lamb) stew that is assembled and baked in clay pots. The meat is generously seasoned with paprika, garlic, bay leaves, and piri-piri. The combination is then doused in copious amounts of red wine. Chanfana is cooked f... READ MORE

Tas kebabi is a Turkish stew made with lamb, beef, or veal cubes simmered with onions, tomatoes, red wine, garlic, and spices such as cumin, bay leaves, and allspice. The stew is slowly cooked until all the ingredients are tender and succulent. Ta... READ MORE

Pasta alla zozzona is a traditional pasta dish originating from Rome. The dish is made with a combination of short pasta such as penne or rigatoni, pork sausage, tomatoes, red wine, olive oil, and grated Pecorino Romano. The sauce is made with all... READ MORE

Fuszerezet voroskaposzta or spiced red cabbage is a traditional dish from Sopron. It typically consists of red cabbage, apples or pears, onions, garlic, and bacon, which are simmered in red wine with caraway, honey, and vinegar. The recip... READ MORE