Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsRed White and BrewVilla Maria (new Zealand) Recipe

Villa Maria (new Zealand) Recipe

Inspired by Red White and Brew
Time2h
Serves4

Make Villa Maria (new Zealand) Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Wine Selection

Appetizer Pairing

Main Course Pairing

Dessert Pairing

Method

Wine Preparation

  1. 1

    Chill the Wine

    Place the bottle of Villa Maria Sauvignon Blanc in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Appetizer Preparation

  1. 2

    Prepare the Oysters

    Rinse the fresh oysters under cold water to remove any debris. Using an oyster knife, carefully shuck the oysters and place them on a serving platter.

  2. 3

    Serve with Lemon and Mignonette

    Arrange lemon wedges and a small bowl of mignonette sauce alongside the oysters for guests to enjoy.

Main Course Preparation

  1. 4

    Preheat the Grill

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

  2. 5

    Prepare the Salmon

    Drizzle the olive oil over the salmon fillets and season with salt, black pepper, and fresh dill.

  3. 6

    Grill the Salmon

    Place the salmon fillets on the grill, skin-side down, and cook for about 6-8 minutes. Flip and grill for another 4-6 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

  4. 7

    Serve with Lemon Slices

    Remove from the grill and serve immediately with lemon slices on the side.

Dessert Preparation

  1. 8

    Prepare the Cheesecake

    Slice the cheesecake into equal portions and arrange on a dessert platter.

  2. 9

    Top with Fresh Berries

    Garnish each slice of cheesecake with fresh berries before serving.

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