A World Cup finals menu
Photo, Roberto Caruso.
As all eyes turn to Brazil for the World Cup finals match between Argentina and Germany tomorrow, why not whip up a game-time meal starring cuisine inspired by the countries battling it out? Invite over a few friends, mix up some cocktails (we've got one for for both teams) and enjoy the sports match-up of the summer!
Cocktails
Photo, Angus Fergusson.
Argentina
Sparkling Campari lemonade
Bitter apertivos, blended with soda water and citrus are one of the classic drink choices in Argentina. Try our lemonade version, a perfectly balanced summer refresher for any Argentina fans.
Photo, Roberto Caruso.
Germany
Grapefruit Radler
The Radler has a long history in Germany, and is a perfect hot-weather drink. Hand out our grapefruit radler slushes (far right) to all the German fans in the house.
Dinner
Argentina
Barbecued steaks with Argentinean sauce and frizzled potatoes
Chimichurri sauce is as essential to Latin cuisine as pesto is to Italian. So this is the perfect dish for to serve the Argentina fans at the table.
Photo, Roberto Caruso.
Germany
Crispy schnitzel with cucumber salad
This dish traditionally uses veal, but thin cutlets of pork, turkey and chicken are less expensive–and equally delicious.
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