Apéro Burrata Platter Recipe
Written by VJ Gandhi, Kascadia Wine Merchants
The French concept of "apéro" is a delightful tradition that encompasses so much more than a simple pre-dinner drink or appetizer. It's a cherished ritual, a transition from the busyness of the day into the relaxation and indulgence of the evening ahead. This concept of an apertif, very much inspired our theme for our seasonal recipe and wines. The curated wine selection and simple Apéro Burrata Platter recipe will allow you to relish in the luxury you deserve!
When the sun is shining and the patio furniture emerges from its winter slumber, the stage is set for an apéro moment with our carefully curated wines.
The beauty of the apéro lies in its simplicity and its ability to transport you, if only for a fleeting moment, to the sun-dappled terraces of the countryside with a Chardonnay in hand, perhaps with flavors of peach, apricot and citrus with notes of white flower.
It's a chance to savor the finer things in life, such as a sweet, syrupy icewine from Canada's famed vineyards, sipped slowly as the conversation flows. And to appreciate the art of gracious living, and connect with those around you.
As the evening progresses, the apéro may segue seamlessly into a more substantial meal, with a luxurious red blend to accompany the culinary delights. But the essence of the apéro remains - a celebration of the present, a toast to the simple pleasures, and a warm invitation to linger and indulge. So, let us raise our glasses, clink them together, and say, "Santé!" to the joy and conviviality of the apéro.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Castelvetrano olives
- 3 Campari tomatoes
- 3 oz Proscuitto
- 8 oz Burrata
- 1 cup cherries
- 1 loaf of sourdough bread
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- Alternative fruits and vegetables:
- figs, green beans, fresh peaches, grapes
Directions:
- Reference the image on this recipe card for inspiration!
- Cut your fruits and vegetables to the size you desire.
- Place each fruit and vegetable in their own sections, preferably length wise on your platter.
- Fold the proscuitto using the “Proscuitto Ribbon” method. Simply fold a full slice of prosciutto back and forth like an accordion or fan. Then pinch the middle and stand it up on the board. Build several of these little piles and prop them up against each other, lengthwise on platter.
- Pull the burrata cheese apart into several pieces and place it on the serving platter, lengthwise. It looks best tucked in between two other items on the board.
- Drizzle olive oil over the burrata cheese, and lastly season with salt and pepper.
- Slice your sourdough bread into slices, and top off your slice with the heavenly ingredients from the platter!
