The Gastrona Journal

Guides and stories about food and wine

Pairings, recipes and gentle wine knowledge from the Gastrona kitchen, written for curious eaters, not sommeliers.

120 articles

Best Wine with Duck Legs in Red Wine, Red Cabbage and DumplingsPairings
10 June 20266 min read

Best Wine with Duck Legs in Red Wine, Red Cabbage and Dumplings

Find the best wine with duck legs in red wine, red cabbage and potato dumplings.

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Best Wine with Squacquerone and Arugula PiadinaPairings
10 June 20266 min read

Best Wine with Squacquerone and Arugula Piadina

Find the best wine pairing for Squacquerone and Arugula Piadina, from sparkling to crisp whites.

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Best Wine with Chicken Parmesan: Top Pairings That WorkPairings
10 June 20266 min read

Best Wine with Chicken Parmesan: Top Pairings That Work

Discover the best wine with Chicken Parmesan, from bright Italian reds to food-friendly whites.

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Best Wine Pairing for Bifana: Top Bottles and StylesPairings
10 June 20266 min read

Best Wine Pairing for Bifana: Top Bottles and Styles

Discover the best wine for Bifana, with fresh, zesty pairings that cut through pork, garlic, and spice.

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Best Wine with Black Cake: A Black Forest Cake Recipe Pairing GuidePairings
10 June 20266 min read

Best Wine with Black Cake: A Black Forest Cake Recipe Pairing Guide

The best wine with Black Cake: sweet, spiced pairings that match rum, dried fruit, and brown sugar.

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Best Wine with Lamb Shank: Top Pairings for Kumara MashPairings
10 June 20266 min read

Best Wine with Lamb Shank: Top Pairings for Kumara Mash

Find the best wine with lamb shank, kumara mash, and mint jus—rich, balanced pairings for every budget.

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Best Wine with Rigatoni Carbonara: Top PairingsPairings
10 June 20266 min read

Best Wine with Rigatoni Carbonara: Top Pairings

The best wine with rigatoni carbonara, from Champagne to Riesling, with smart pairings and value picks.

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Best Wine Pairing for Vitello Tonnato: Top PicksPairings
10 June 20266 min read

Best Wine Pairing for Vitello Tonnato: Top Picks

Find the best wine with vitello tonnato, from crisp Chablis to elegant Champagne.

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Best Wine Pairing for Serradura: Sweet, Creamy MatchesPairings
10 June 20266 min read

Best Wine Pairing for Serradura: Sweet, Creamy Matches

Find the best wine pairing for Serradura, from Moscato d’Asti to Sauternes and Port.

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Best Wine Pairing for Butter and Sugar Crêpe Normandy StylePairings
10 June 20266 min read

Best Wine Pairing for Butter and Sugar Crêpe Normandy Style

Find the best wine for Butter and Sugar Crêpe Normandy Style, from sparkling sweet wines to elegant dessert classics.

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Best Wine Pairing for Butter and Sugar Crêpe Normandy StylePairings
10 June 20266 min read

Best Wine Pairing for Butter and Sugar Crêpe Normandy Style

Find the best wine pairing for Butter and Sugar Crêpe Normandy Style, from bright sweet wines to elegant dessert classics.

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Best Wine Pairing for Escalivada: Top Bottles and StylesPairings
10 June 20266 min read

Best Wine Pairing for Escalivada: Top Bottles and Styles

Discover the best wine pairing for Escalivada, from crisp Cava to coastal Albariño.

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