Let's have an aperitif like in Trentino-Alto Adige: mountain flavors and Alpine traditions
To inaugurate the month of June, let us be inspired by the fresh and genuine atmosphere of Trentino-Alto Adige.
This week, our AperiTiamo celebrates the authentic flavors of the mountains, with protagonists the Tyrolean loaf of Parma Is and Parma Organic Apple Extract Is.
Un perfect combination of taste and tradition, enriched by Curiosities and apple-themed games, for a convivial and fun experience.
The protagonists of the taste: Tyrolean Loaf and Organic Apple Extract
- Tyrolean loaf from Parma Is: a sandwich filled with speck, brie and dehydrated cranberries, enclosed in cereal and seed bread. An explosion of typical Alpine flavors, ready to be enjoyed, ideal for a rustic but elegant aperitif.
- Parma Organic Apple Extract Is: a pure and natural juice, obtained from organic apples, ideal to accompany an aperitif with freshness and lightness.
... the authentic taste of the Alps in a rustic, elegant and good aperitif!
Tyrolean appetizers: the apple as the main ingredient
The apple, symbol of Trentino-Alto Adige, lends itself to numerous delicious preparations:
- Apple, speck and cheese skewers: apple cubes alternated with speck and mountain cheese, to be enjoyed in one bite.
- Croutons with cream cheese and apple slices: a sweet-salty combination on toasted bread, enriched with a sprinkling of chopped nuts.
- Salty mini strudels: puff pastry filled with apples, onion and speck, served in single-serving portions.
- Salads in a glass: diced apples, walnuts and arugula, seasoned with balsamic vinegar and served in small glasses.
- Polenta pie and caramelized apples: a layer of grilled polenta with a quenelle of apples cooked with butter and cinnamon on top.
- Apple fritters: apple slices dipped in light batter and fried, sprinkled with icing sugar.
Trentino wines: mountain scents
A Trentino aperitif cannot be separated from its excellent wines. Here are some typical choices, all strictly local:
- Gewürztraminer DOC: aromatic and floral, with notes of rose and spices, perfect with cheese and apple croutons.
- Muller Thurgau DOC: fresh, slightly aromatic, it goes well with speck and apple skewers.
- Lagrein Rosato DOC: an intense rosé, with fruity and fresh notes, excellent with savory strudel.
- Teroldego Rotaliano DOC: full-bodied and fruity, perfect with the Tyrolean loaf.
- Nosiola DOC: a dry white, with hints of hazelnut and green apple, ideal with apple fritters or polenta patties.
- Trento DOC Brut: Classic method sparkling wine, fresh and complex, excellent to accompany the whole aperitif.
Curiosities
- The apple is the most cultivated fruit in Trentino-Alto Adige, with famous varieties such as Golden Delicious and Red Delicious.
- Legend has it that Snow White was inspired by an apple from Trentino for the famous poisoned apple.
- According to popular tradition, giving an apple means wishing you health and prosperity.
Tyrolean-style furnishing
To recreate the atmosphere of a mountain cabin:
- Red and white checkered tablecloths, for a rustic and traditional touch.
- Centerpiece with fresh apples, pine cones and pine twigs, arranged in wooden baskets.
- Thick glass glasses, typical of mountain inns, for serving wines and extracts.
- Decorated ceramic tableware, with floral or alpine motifs.
- Small blackboards with the names of the wines and appetizers, to give an artisanal touch.
... a journey through genuine flavors, where the apple becomes the protagonist and the wines bring the scent of the valleys to the table!
