Explore recipes from our estate kitchen featuring seasonal ingredients, Napa Valley wines, estate olive oils, and food pairings designed for sharing. From simple appetizers to dinner party favorites, discover recipes inspired by the way we cook and entertain in wine country.
This traditional “Karidopita” is a well-loved Greek dessert, full of all kinds of autumn spices and packed with healthy walnuts. In Greek cooking it is very common to bake with olive oil, adding an extra element of richness with healthy fats. Drizzled with its honeyed syrup, the cake is delicious on a cold evening and…
Also known as apple crisp, our gardener Daphne is sharing her Nana’s recipe for Apple Pudding. The picture below shows Nana B (born in 1888) in the kitchen of the home where she was raised after just making a fresh batch of peach jam! This delicious family favorite recipe pairs wonderfully with our Reserve Sauvignon…
This unique honey-cinnamon and cabernet poached pear dessert is such a beautiful treat. The pink peppercorn adds a delightful floral flavor to the rich mascarpone and the subtle hint of mint adds an herbal essence to this gorgeous dessert. This pairs delightfully with our Estate Sauvignon Blanc.
There might not be a wrong way to make a bread pudding, but Chef Jamie’s Apple Bread Pudding is definitely the right way! Whether you use brioche, challah, or sweet bread, the result is a custard-like apple-ly pudding that pairs wonderfully with either our Angelica port-style dessert wine.
Straight from the Round Pond winery garden is our Estate Chef’s latest Il Pranzo recipe! This gorgeous Charred Pole Bean Salad is ripe with colorful beans and late cherry tomatoes and tossed in a fresh lemon-dill vinaigrette. Pairs wonderfully with our Proprietary Red Wine.
This savory appetizer is our new Autumn favorite! Creamy feta, piquant balsamic vinegar, and sweet figs caramelize effortlessly into a one-dish baked spread that is fantastic served alongside toasted baguette slices rubbed with fresh garlic. Pairs wonderfully with our Proprietary White Wine.
There is nothing like summer stone fruit for dessert! This delicious Upside-Down Plum Caramel Cake is a wonderfully easy way to enjoy this sweet, sunshiny summer fruit. You can also substitute peaches, apricots, or figs for the plum with amazing results. Pairs perfectly with our Reserve Sauvignon Blanc.
This Summer Peach Cobbler is a classic dessert that brings together sun-ripened peaches with warm cinnamon and sugar. We don’t know of a better way to bring a taste of summer to your table! Pairs perfectly with our Reserve Sauvignon Blanc.
Being on the bay, there is a plethora of fresh seafood offered at the majority of restaurants in San Francisco. With that in mind, our Estate Chef has created this wonderful Wine Country Cioppino featuring clams, shrimp, mussels, and crab that pairs excellently with our Rosato di Nebbiolo or Proprietary Super Tuscan wines.
This fantastic Steamed Mussel with Vadouvan spice dish is full of teasing flavors to excite your palate. Smoky spice is enhanced with the bite of jalapeño and tempered with a light white wine, shallot and garlic broth. Pair with our delightful Estate Sauvignon Blanc for an easy and elegant supper to remember.
These grilled marinated lamb skewers are easy to make and pack delicious flavors. Lamb is a classic accompaniment to our Proprietary Super Tuscan and Proprietary Syrah wines, due to its gamy richness and this marinade’s garlic & thyme accents heighten the paring. Add a liberal dusting of salt and fresh cracked black pepper before you…
Owner Ryan MacDonnell is a huge fan of salmon, and this recipe is one of her all-time favorites. With fresh chopped herbs and our delicious Blood Orange Olive Oil, we’re sure it will become one of your favorites too. Enjoy with a glass of our Estate Sauvignon Blanc on your back patio!
From our Il Pranzo menu, this delicious grilled flank steak with crispy potatoes, kale chips, and black garlic vinaigrette is everything dinner should be; simple, flavorful, and a real crowd-pleaser. Created to pair perfectly with our Proprietary Right Bank Blend.
This recipe comes to us courtesy of the Food Shed Pizza in Napa. Food Shed’s hand-crafted pizzas and pasta are based on fresh, seasonal ingredients. This uniquely delicious salad pairs wonderfully with our Estate Sauvignon Blanc.
Grilled broccoli and ciabatta croutons are tossed with a scrumptious vinaigrette and topped with crispy prosciutto. What a wonderfully unique way to enjoy a salad! Created to pair perfectly with our Proprietary White Wine.
Our Executive Chef has elevated an American classic with the addition of smoky porcini mushrooms and a delicious wrap of Prosciutto. Sliced and served alongside a bright salad or haricot vert, this meatloaf pairs wonderfully with our Estate Cabernet Sauvignon.
A delightful, bite-sized appetizer with smoked salmon that features Round Pond Meyer Lemon Olive Oil and pairs wonderfully with our Estate Sauvignon Blanc.
Our most popular appetizer and most-requested recipe, this fried olive risotto arancini is perfect for any party and is a real show-stopper! Pairs wonderfully with our Estate Cabernet Sauvignon.
Juicy grilled pork sets the perfect stage for a fresh, autumn-inspired salad with the bright tartness of pomegranate, toasted pumpkin seeds, and a fresh vinaigrette with subtle orange essence. Pairs wonderfully with our Proprietary Merlot.
Pickled vegetables are a traditional accompaniment to Italian cured meats, so our Estate Chef created these Pickled Garlic Green Beans just for our special charcuterie boards. These snappy pickled beans are as easy to make as they are flavorful and are already a staff favorite.
A rillette is a French preparation of meat or fish, seasoned and cooked in its own fat, making it rich and delicious beyond belief! This Duck Rillette recipe was created by our Estate Chef to accompany our charcuterie platter and also makes an elegant spread for sandwiches, pasta stuffing, or as a dip for crudité.
Summer gives us some of the best fruits and vegetables of the year, but probably the best of all is beautiful, ripe, juicy tomatoes! This Heirloom Tomato and Baby Mozzarella Tart with fresh arugula is the perfect way to enjoy the simple, fresh tastes of the season. Pairs with Proprietary White Wine.
These simple and delicious baked Bacon and Blue Cheese Gougères are filled with creamy bleu cheese and smoky bacon, making them the perfect bite to pair with our layered Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon.
This spinach and chorizo frittata is super delicious and very ketogenic (very low carb) – friendly. Full of rich flavor, this makes a wonderful brunch dish or bake in a muffin tin for an easy on-the-go breakfast for the week to come!
Our recipe collection is inspired by the connection between food, wine, and hospitality at Round Pond Estate in Napa Valley. Many recipes are developed by our estate chefs and culinary partners using seasonal ingredients, estate olive oils, wine vinegars, and wines produced from our Rutherford vineyards.
The archive includes a wide range of recipes for entertaining and everyday cooking, from grilled meats and seasonal salads to olive oil cakes, appetizers, pasta dishes, and wine pairing ideas. Many recipes are built around ingredients commonly associated with Napa Valley cooking, including fresh produce, olive oil, herbs, citrus, and locally inspired wine pairings.
Visitors to Napa Valley often look for ways to recreate wine country meals and entertaining experiences at home. Recipes featuring olive oils, wine pairings, and seasonal California ingredients remain especially popular because they are approachable, versatile, and designed for sharing around the table.
