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Peach

Juicy and fragrant peach, sweet with a mild and floral acidity.

A fleshy fruit with delicate, sweet flesh, peach offers a tender and juicy texture. It holds an important place in Mediterranean cuisine for its uses in both sweet and savory dishes, from dessert to accompaniment for meats and fish.

Best pairings

Classic · the proven matchAroma bridge · a shared aroma links themContrast · opposites balance out

Ricotta Classic
Classic Italian sweet-savory pairing: the sweetness of peach marries the creamy softness of ricotta.
86%
Burrata Classic
Peach and burrata, juicy sweetness and milky cream.
83%
Almond Classic
Peach and almond, complementary stone fruit aromas.
82%
Coppa Classic
Sweet, juicy peach creates a fresh contrast to the salty-smoky Mediterranean charcuterie.
82%
Prosciutto Contrast
Peach and Parma ham, a sweet-savory summer pairing.
81%
Mint Classic
Mediterranean freshness: invigorating mint contrasts with the fleshy sweetness of peach.
81%
Honey Classic
Honey-roasted peach, a summer dessert.
78%
Basil Aroma bridge
Basil and peach, an aniseed freshness on the fruit.
78%
White wine Aroma bridge
Peaches in white wine, a Southern summer dessert.
74%
Rosemary Aroma bridge
Rosemary and grilled peach, resinous fragrance on sweetness.
74%

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In the kitchen

Oven-roasted with honey and almondRaw in summer saladPoached into a light compoteCaramelized with white or rosé wineAs a coulis with grilled fish or meat

Signature dishes

Oven-Roasted PeachesPeach and Fresh Goat Cheese SaladPeaches Poached in Sweet Wine

Substitutes

Nectarine Apricot Plum

FAQ

What goes with peach?

Peach pairs especially well with ricotta, burrata, almond, coppa and prosciutto. Classic Italian sweet-savory pairing: the sweetness of peach marries the creamy softness of ricotta.

When is peach in season?

Best season: summer.

What can I substitute for peach?

If you don't have it, try: nectarine, apricot, plum.