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maltatoday, SUNDAY, 15 MAY 2016 34 Food Exclusively imported by Charles Grech & Co. Ltd, Valley Road, Birkirkara T: 2144 4400 Calasole Vermentino 2015 Rocca di Montemassi, Tuscany, Italy District of Roccastrada, Maremma Toscana 100% Vermentino grapes were picked by hand at the beginning of September and then underwent a soft pressing. Fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks at 18°- 22°C. The wine remains on its fine lees for six months before being bottled. The colour is brilliant straw-yellow. White flowers, with spicy notes and hints of just barely ripe fruit. Substantial yet fresh, with citrus hints and almondy notes. Its pleasant freshness makes it an ideal accompaniment for crustaceans, shrimps and fish cooked in salt. Rachel Zammit Cutajar takes a look at a restaurant and brings a recipe, wine and delicacy of the week. Write to us with your comments on restaurants or submit your own recipes to rzammitcutajar@mediatoday.com.mt FR AN FARRUGIA CARNEVINO Bistro has just opened its doors in the heart of Naxxar; the ideal spot to get away from the hustle and bustle of busy restaurant areas and en- joy a delicious meal whether with your loved ones or business associates. Being in such a quaint village, it is central and accessible to everyone, with parking be- ing the least of your worries. As for the food, well… it speaks for itself. Their mission is to "offer mouth- watering dishes using only the freshest of ingredients and best preparation, in a setting which not only complements the food but which also inspires pleasure and appreciation of the culinary world," and they are delivering just that. From a selection of duck spring rolls to calamari fritti as a starter, you are guar- anteed to satisfy any of your cravings, with the Chef's Bruschetta being an ab- solute delight! The fusion of caramelized cranberries, crumbled goat's cheese and cashew nuts are what dreams are made of. A variety of tasty and hearty platters to share are also available, be it an orien- tal spread, traditional Maltese, and even CarneVino's very own platter consist- ing of ribs, bacon, Maltese sausage, and other delicious cuts of meat guaranteed to please any carnivorous enthusiast out there. If you'd like to go for something light and fresh, then the salads are ideal for you. CarneVino delivers elevated salads with a high flavour profile such as a juicy beef tagliata salad. If meat is not your thing, then why not opt for a fresh and equally satisfying salmon and avocado salad, with the homemade dill dressing bringing together all the delicious fla- vours. The pasta menu is entirely homemade and ready to tantalize your taste buds, making it rather difficult to decide which dish to choose from! What's fantastic about all the dishes is that they each have a stand-out ingredient which makes the pasta so distinct and flavoursome, per- fectly showcased through dishes such as the risotto porcini e tartufo, or the rabbit ravioli. The ambiance of CarneVino Bistro is calm and serene, so expect your lunch or dinner to be a breeze. Furthermore, they have an ample variety of wines to choose from, be it local or foreign, pairing nicely with the impressive range of beef, pork, poultry and fish you can feast on, from a classic scrumptious burger to duck breast served on a bed of stir fry veg- etables with coconut milk and basmati rice, to salmon fillet topped with crusted white goat's cheese. And let's not forget about those little rugrats! A kids' menu with their favour- ite items, such as penne or meat balls, will make CarneVino the ideal place to dine with children! Lastly, the array of delectable home- made desserts will definitely satisfy your sweet tooth. CarneVino Bistro Triq il-Markiz Scicluna, Naxxar Tel: 27484554 Facebook page: CarneVino Bistro Resto of the week WINE OF THE WEEK Meaty wonders in the heart of Naxxar