Fruits · Food pairing guide
What goes with Bergamot?
Bergamot is an aromatic citrus fruit cultivated primarily in Calabria, Italy. It is exceptionally rich in essential oils including linalyl acetate, linalool, limonene and bergapten, giving it an intensely floral, slightly spicy and elegant citrus profile. Unlike most citrus fruits, bergamot is valued primarily for its zest and essential oils rather than its juice.
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What pairs well with Bergamot?
Bergamot pairs exceptionally well with seafood, shellfish, poultry, vanilla, dark chocolate, almonds, pistachios, olive oil and fragrant herbs. Its elegant perfume is best used as a finishing element rather than a dominant flavour, making it ideal for fine dining, pastry and modern Mediterranean cuisine.
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