For more than four years, Renegade Foods has been sharing our love of southern European time-honored culinary traditions. Our traditionally fermented and smoked Italian and Spanish-style plant-based salamis have been included on the menus of celebrity and Michelin starred- chefs as well as in the homes of tens of thousands.
Recently, our culinary exploration has taken us across western and central Europe, and we have been immersed in the decadent flavors of France and the hearty flavors of Hungary. In celebration of these cultures, we have created three new plant-based salamis!
As a wine country brand that started in Sonoma, California, we thought it fitting to start our journey in the region of Lorraine, France. Lorraine has been producing wine since Roman times and is also known for its many gastronomic traditions. The region abounds with many delicacies and it’s where the idea for our new flavor, Salami Lorraine, was born. The Salami Lorraine has flavors of red wine and shallots, and it pairs well with boule, aged cheeses, sun dried tomatoes and chestnuts.
From Lorraine we headed to the French region of Provence. Provence is known for its rolling hills and vast fields of aromatic herbs. After sampling many herbs of Provence, our new Salami Provence came to life. It has flavors of French thyme and bay leaf and pairs well with French bread, soft cheeses, pesto, arugula and olives.
Traveling from west to central Europe, Hungary is a world away from France. The flavors of Budapest don’t disappoint, and the region is known for its vibrant culture and hearty and rich cuisine. Our Salami Budapesti has flavors of roasted garlic and white pepper, and it pairs well with flatbread, stews, roasted root vegetables and creamy cheeses.
As we continue our culinary exploration across Europe, we hope you enjoy all the new flavors our adventures bring to your table!