A tasty video from Argentina: Making Empanadas 
- by Chef Melissa
- November 25, 2006
- 11:25 am
Smoked Ostrich Carpaccio + Etchart Cafayate Cabernet Sauvignon (2004)
Simply delicious, what a find! I was greately surprised when I found the little deli during our last day in Colonia del Sacramento in Uruguay, just a few hours before we took the ferry back to Buenos Aires, Argentina. Exploring every inch of the cozy place, like a child would do in a candy store, I was in total state of bliss. Then, almost when my basket was close to the top, filled with all kinds of local spices, herbs, locally-made alfajores and marmalades...there I found the shiny, elegant stand that impecably showed off the delicious delicacy. I suddenly was in "smoked ostrich heaven."
So now you know where I've gotten this precious meat.
I have heard there is an ostrich farm here in Panama, somewhere in the countryside. One of these days I'll visit them, BUT, in the meantime...I've plenty. ;D
The basic recipe to prepare Ostrich Carpaccio could be found HERE. To add my personal touch I added some balsamic vinegar and served it with baby greens. If you are a Parmesan cheese lover like me, just add as much as you want.
From the Wine Tour - Discover New Wines:
Etchart Cafayate Cabernet Sauvignon (2004) - Etchart, Argentina
Here the traditional Calchaqui winery re-initiated by Pernod Ricard has reached an elevated mark in high-altitude Cabernet Sauvignon, a worthy legacy from Jose Luis Mounier for the house in which he worked for so long. With its overwhelming price-quality ratio, this great wine will help show the world that Argentina has other wonders besides Malbec and other optimal terroirs besides Cuyo. (Vineyards, Wineries & Wines of South America 2006 - 70 Top Wines)
Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the world's noblest of grapes. You will find this red wine to have an aristochratic character, with such an intense perfume, and an essence with overtones of raspberry and other wild berries. Enjoy with hard cheeses, grilled steaks, and in this opportunity: Smoked Ostrich Carpaccio with baby greens.
Have an extra-tasty week!
Best,
Melissa
Tags: argentina, food blogs, cookingdiva, cooking, panama, recipes, food & drink, food, chef melissa
- by Chef Melissa
- October 22, 2006
- 2:35 pm
New Year’s Dinner Recipe & Photo Swap: The Results!!!
This event has been great in so many ways, and I am glad we did it. It has been a fantastic way to portray the food traditions around the globe, to receive the New Year, and to learn a bit more about what our blogging friends do. They have opened the doors of their houses and lives through the computer monitor. Do not forget that. Many people talk about the "proliferation" of food blogs, yes it is true, but to tell you the truth I think it is fantastic because, as a friend pointed out a few days ago, there is not a better way to get interested in a culture than learning about their food.
We are planning on organizing similar events for other international holidays, and we will keep you posted about it with enough time for you to make plans and not miss the deadline to submit your entry. It is great to join the fun since the beginning, do not you think? Please e-mail me with your suggestions or post them here.
Now that finally we have counted, and counted again a few times more, the winners have been found. The winners are:
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- by Chef Melissa
- January 06, 2006
- 9:49 am
Links Favoritos
Panama
- Clasificados Encuentra24
- Panama America
- Municipio de Panamá
- La Prensa Web
- Presidencia de Panamá
- * Panama Hotels - Veneto Hotel
- Autoridad de Turismo Panamá
The world is talking, are you listening?
- Global Voices
- Cocinerita - Aristóloga
- ChowTrek - Road Feasts
- Cabbage Soup Diet
- Boquete Guide
- Anne Walker's Kalu Yala
Panama Restaurants
- Chef Willy Diggelmann - 1985
- Ten Bistro by Fabien Migny
- Chef Clara Icaza - Limoncillo
- La Posta Panama
- Chef Rafael Ciniglio - Restaurante Las Americas
Personal Chefs
Latinolicious
Blogs That Cook
Comentarios
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Jacqueline ivette santamaria gonzalez dice en Los Mejores Restaurantes - Places to Visit in Panama: Mosto Bistro (Chiriqui)
La próxima vez que este por panamá , los visitare .
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Dan dice en Hot & Delicious from the Tropics: Luscious Thai Truffles
They sound delicious! I’ll definitely be giving these a try.
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Manuel dice en Arroz con Frijoles Negros y Chimichurri de Culantro - Black Beans and Rice with Culantro Chimichurri
Great job!
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- La Receta del Dia: Chef Melissa’s Chicken Kebabs
- Calamares en Salsa de Plátano Verde
- A Menu for Hope - Ensalada de Hongos Salvajes, Mariscos al Curry, Tallos de Bambu en Leche de Coco,
- La Receta del Dia: Pudin de Pan Diplomatico del Chef
- La Receta del Dia: Licor de Mandarina Casero
- Edible Flowers: The Red Velvet Rose of Love
- ‘Cakes’ de frijoles negros con salsa de frutas tropicales
- ‘Crispbread’ Pan crujiente asado
- Pan de Lentejas Vegetariano
