Discover perfect matches between European Union and Japanese food and drinks. Our chefs have selected ingredients from both to create the Perfect Match for you. Be inspired to come and taste these perfect matches at one of our activities, or make them at home, or if you are in the F&B business, you can offer them to your customers.

Red potato salad
This Swedish-inspired salad combines tender red potatoes with crisp cucumber, tangy beetroot, and a hard-boiled egg. Seasoned with rice vinegar, sugar, and granulated soup stock, then bound together with mayonnaise and extra virgin olive oil, it offers a creamy and flavorful side dish. Chilled to perfection, it's a refreshing accompaniment to any meal.
Pizza made with dumpling skin
This creative dish transforms traditional dumpling skins into a crispy pizza base. Topped with a light spread of ketchup, fresh onions, cherry tomatoes, black olives, and a sprinkle of Grana Padano cheese, it's baked until golden and bubbly. A quick and delightful fusion of European and Japanese ingredients, perfect for a snack or light meal.


Fresh fish carpaccio
Thinly sliced whitefish is delicately seasoned with Slovenian salt flower, aromatic aonori seaweed, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. This dish offers a refreshing and elegant appetizer, showcasing the delicate flavors of the fish complemented by the umami-rich seaweed. Ideal for warm days or as a light starter to a meal.
Red bean paste flavored with botrytised wine
This Slovakian-inspired treat combines the rich, earthy sweetness of azuki bean paste with the complex, honeyed notes of Tokaj Classic Samorodne botrytised wine. The wine is reduced to concentrate its flavors, then blended with the bean paste to create a smooth, aromatic filling. Spread between thin rice crackers, it offers a delightful fusion of European and Japanese culinary traditions.


Pickled myoga with organic honey
Myoga, a type of Japanese ginger, is marinated in sweet acacia honey for a delicate balance of floral sweetness and earthy spiciness. The natural crispness of the myoga pairs perfectly with the smooth, rich honey, making this a unique and flavorful dish. Enjoy it as a refined appetizer or a refreshing side.
Port wine jelly
This elegant dessert combines the rich, fruity notes of Portugal's Porto PDO wine with the delicate texture of Japanese agar weed. The mixture is gently simmered with sugar and vinegar, then cooled to form a firm, sliceable jelly. Chilled and served, it offers a sophisticated blend of European and Japanese flavors.


Rolled omelet with porcini sauce
This elegant dish features a delicate Japanese-style rolled omelet, complemented by a rich Polish-inspired porcini mushroom sauce. The earthy umami of rehydrated dried porcini mushrooms is blended with cream to create a velvety sauce that perfectly complements the tender omelet. A delightful fusion of European and Japanese flavors, ideal for a refined brunch or light dinner.
Pickled sliced radish and Gouda Holland PGI
Thinly sliced daikon radish is lightly salted and pickled in a blend of rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sugar, then combined with creamy Gouda Holland PGI cheese. The result is a delightful fusion of crunchy, tangy, and savory flavors. Best served chilled as a refreshing appetizer or side dish.


Somen noodles with Tomato mentsuyu (noodle soup base)
This refreshing dish combines delicate somen noodles with a chilled tomato-infused mentsuyu broth, accented by green onions and sesame seeds. The savory-sweet tomato base adds a unique twist to the traditional Japanese noodle soup. Perfect for warm days, it's a light and satisfying meal.
Sunflower roll with Wakame butter
This Luxembourg-inspired dish features a sunflower roll served with a unique butter infused with finely ground dried wakame seaweed. The butter is whipped to a light, airy texture, incorporating the umami-rich wakame for a delightful fusion of flavors. Best enjoyed warm, the sunflower roll complements the savory butter perfectly.


Cheese marinated in rice koji
This Lithuanian-inspired dish features Džiugas PGI cheese marinated with salted rice koji and sesame oil, complemented by crisp cucumber slices. The fermentation process enhances the cheese's umami, creating a delightful fusion of flavors. Serve chilled for a refreshing appetizer or side dish.
Cranberries with tofu paste
A harmonious blend of Latvia's dried cranberries and a creamy tofu paste, this dish combines the natural sweetness of cranberries with the umami-rich tofu, accented by sesame and soy sauce. The result is a delightful fusion of European and Japanese flavors, offering a unique and refreshing appetizer or side dish. Best served chilled.


Amazake and cheese sauce (with vegetables)
This creamy sauce combines the natural sweetness of Japanese amazake with the rich, nutty flavor of Italian Grana Padano PDO cheese. Emulsified with extra virgin olive oil and brightened with a touch of rice vinegar, it creates a velvety dressing perfect for drizzling over steamed or roasted vegetables. A delightful fusion of European and Japanese ingredients, offering a comforting yet refined dish.
Grilled Irish Grass Fed beef PGI with Saikyo miso
Tender slices of Irish grass-fed beef are marinated in a rich blend of white miso, mirin, sake, and sugar, then grilled to perfection. The result is a harmonious fusion of European and Japanese flavors, offering a delightful umami experience. Best enjoyed immediately for optimal taste.


Grilled duck with wasabi sauce
Tender slices of Hungarian Magret de Canard are briefly swished in a hot broth, then topped with a zesty daikon and wasabi mixture. The rich duck flavor is complemented by the sharpness of wasabi and the subtle sweetness of daikon, creating a harmonious fusion of European and Japanese elements. Best served immediately for optimal taste and texture.
Marinated tomatoes with Chania Kritis PGI Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Juicy cherry tomatoes are marinated in the rich, peppery notes of Chania Kritis PGI Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Greece, complemented by the aromatic freshness of shiso leaves. This simple yet flavorful dish highlights the harmony between European and Japanese ingredients. Best enjoyed chilled as a refreshing appetizer or side.


Orange Pain de Gênes
This elegant German cake combines Lübecker Marzipan PGI with the bright zest of orange marmalade. The almond flour and cornstarch create a moist, tender crumb, while the butter adds richness. Chilled and served with a dollop of orange jam, it's a delightful fusion of European flavors.
Grilled eggplant with Comté PDO cheese
Crisp, golden slices of eggplant are topped with nutty French Comté PDO cheese and a savory miso glaze. Lightly grilled until the cheese melts and browns, then finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds, this dish offers a delightful fusion of Japanese and European flavors.


Sake flavored fresh organic chocolate
This indulgent treat blends rich Estonian organic dark chocolate with the delicate aroma of Japanese sake. Gently simmered to mellow the alcohol, the sake infuses the ganache with a subtle depth. Finished with a dusting of cocoa powder, these melt-in-your-mouth bites offer a refined fusion of East and West.
Oats milk and green tea pudding
This delicate dessert combines Finnish oat milk with the earthy notes of Japanese matcha. Light and creamy, it's a refreshing treat that sets beautifully without dairy. Chill thoroughly before serving to enjoy its smooth texture and subtle sweetness.


Cooked rice with luncheon meat and hijiki seaweed
European-style luncheon meat adds rich flavor to this comforting rice dish, balanced by the earthy taste of hijiki seaweed. The ingredients blend beautifully for a satisfying umami-packed bite. Enjoy freshly cooked for the best texture and aroma.
Beer flavored edamame
A playful twist on a classic snack—these edamame are simmered in beer for a rich, savory depth. The gentle bitterness enhances the natural umami of the beans, making them the perfect appetizer or side. Best served warm, straight from the pot.


Deep-fried Hanpen sandwich with Halloumi PDO cheese
Fluffy Japanese hanpen meets the firm, savory bite of Cypriot Halloumi cheese in this crispy, satisfying sandwich. The contrast in texture and the rich umami flavor make it a standout fusion dish. Best enjoyed hot for full flavor and crunch.
Grilled spinach with grated yam
European cheese adds depth to this Japanese-inspired dish of grilled spinach topped with airy, grated yam. Light yet flavorful, the contrast of textures and umami-rich ingredients makes it a unique and satisfying side. Best enjoyed fresh.


Rose jam (Rose-flavored apple compote)
Fragrant rose jam and gently simmered apples come together in this elegant European-style dessert. The natural sweetness of the fruit is enhanced by the floral notes of rose, creating a delicate harmony. Chill well before serving to enjoy its refreshing, refined taste.
Houjicha scones with organic fig jam
These scones blend the roasted aroma of Japanese hōjicha tea with the buttery richness of European dairy. Paired with organic fig jam, they offer a gentle sweetness and a touch of sophistication. Enjoy warm for the perfect teatime treat.


Soy milk no-bake cheese cake
This light and creamy no-bake cheesecake is made with soy milk and European cream cheese, creating a harmonious blend of richness and subtle sweetness. The use of soy milk gives it a smooth texture and a mild, delicate flavor, perfectly balanced by the tang of lemon juice. It’s an ideal dessert for those who prefer a refreshing yet satisfying treat. No oven required—just chill it well and enjoy!
Horse Mackerel and cheese marinated in lemon nan ban sauce recipe
Watch the full recipe video to discover this culinary masterpiece and savour the fusion of tastes and textures.


Tofu paste with crown daisy and walnut with olive oil
Spanish olive oil is fresh and rich. It has a deep aroma and flavor, so just pouring it over tofu paste will give it a taste that is a cut above the ordinary.
Apple and rice-flour dumplings with Porto jelly
This dish is served with a lot of port wine from Portugal, which is jellied. The apple compote also gives it a very beautiful color.


Honey and baby sardine (shirasu) cheese pizza
The pizza dough is made with pizza crust from the supermarket. A generous drizzle of Estonian honey is delicious!
Gouda cheese, small tomatoes and bonito flakes in oil
Dutch Gouda cheese is rich in flavor. When combined with the Japanese ingredient "katsuobushi" (dried bonito flakes), the synergistic effect of the umami makes it even more delicious. The key is to mix the whole mixture thoroughly once after soaking. Do not store it for a long time, but eat it up as soon as possible.


Japanese-style rouleau han
Danish pork belly is light and tender, making it a sumptuous and plentiful dish. The sweet and spicy seasoning makes this a menu item that goes well with rice.
Sweet Sake Cream Gratin with Napa Cabbage and Gouda Cheese
In this recipe, we are using Organic butter from Belgium, German PDO white wine, PGI Fusilli from Italy and PGI Gouda Holland from Netherlands.


European Cheese Aperitif Plate
Baked Cypriot Halloumi cheese PDO is accented with olives and mini-tomatoes. The sweetness of the Croatian Organic fig jam complements the Danish Danablu PGI. Both dishes are easy to make and will be very popular at Apero.
Chicken thigh with honey mustard sauce
The umami-rich Chicken thigh is fragrantly grilled with Romanian honey, mustard and herbs. Marinating the meat in high-quality Azeite de Trás-os-Montes PDO from Portugal ensures tender and succulent grilling.


Pain de Gênes with fruit decoration
A crown-shaped baked pastry made with German Lübecker Marzipan PGI, rich in almond flavour. It is also a perfect dessert for gatherings when served with fresh fruit.
Two color filling (sweet paste) and butter sandwich
This French butter is creamy but light. We have created a butter sandwich with plenty of flavour. If the pumpkin or sweet potatoes have a harder texture depending on the season, you can adjust the consistency of the paste by adding a little boiling water.


Baked chicken breast and pumpkin with rye bread crumbs(Panko)
German rye bread is characterized by its rye aroma and moderate acidity. When baked chicken breast with a generous amount of rye bread, you can enjoy the aroma of the rye. When rubbing the chicken breast with the salted koji, use a plastic bag to ensure that it is evenly coated.
Chocolate flavored mapo tofu
Belgian chocolate is rich in body and acidity from its high cocoa content.The delicate sweetness of this dish is a perfect match with Chinese Chili Bean Sauce and Sweetened Soybean Paste. Since stirring the tofu after adding it will cause it to fall apart, it is best to twirl it around as you move the pan.


Soya milk pannacotta with berry jam
Austrian Berry Jam is a jam full of fruit. The rich fruit flavour gives the light pannacotta made with soya milk an elegant taste!
Spring rolls with halloumi cheese and burdock salad
Halloumi cheese can be grilled on a grill pan to get a nice browning effect and a nice appearance.


Tataki beef fillet with plum sauce
Enjoy the Irish grass-fed beef with a tender but light flavour as a beef fillet tataki, finished with a Japanese plum sauce.
Beetroot pickles from Sweden
The pickling liquid contained in pickled beetroot can be added to the smoothie together to make it even more refreshing. Arrange with shiso leaves and soya milk.


Somen noodles with sunflower seeds and Garland Chrysanthemum sauce
The rich sunflower seeds have a thicker taste when made into a paste. The texture can also be enjoyed by topping it directly at the end. This recipe is a great way to enjoy sunflower seeds. It is also recommended for prep meals and freeze in small quantities.
Feta cheese with sesame oil and fried chicken
Salty feta cheese is mixed with sesame oil and mentsuyu and poured over fried tofu. Sprinkle with aonori and bonito flakes for extra flavour.


Sea bream carpaccio with tomato sauce
Mix the gently sweet and tasty tomato sauce with ponzu vinegar and olive oil together. Spread a generous amount of sauce on a serving dish and serve with thinly sliced sea bream.
Feta cheese from Greece and Olive Oil from Italy mixed with Seared tuna carpaccio
Feta cheese from Greece with its strong flavour and salty taste makes a perfect match with tender tuna. Pouring Extra Virgin olive oil adds fullness and creates the best flavour, which is totally different than when eating tuna simply with wasabi and soy sauce.


Spanish Jamon wrap with spring mountain vegetable
The delicate spring-like flavour of Udo is gently mixed with the rich and unique taste of Spanish Jamon de Teruel. You will enjoy a contrast in textures between crispy Udo and the not too oily but tender and fatty Jamon.
German Marzipan & Salted Cherry blossom on crepes
Fragrant Marzipan Rohmasse (Lübecker from Germany), with a rich level of almonds, is ideal for Japanese confectionary. The pleasant-smelling and salty taste of cherry blossoms brings out the sweetness and tenderness of quality Marzipan. It is perfect to be served with tea or alcoholic drinks.


Austrian oxtail and radish soup with Portuguese extra virgin olive oil
Crunchy, peppery Japanese daikon is the perfect match for tender grass-fed oxtail from Austria in this hearty soup. The Portuguese virgin olive oil brings out the best of all the ingredients, helping their flavours to shine through.
German bratwurst and dried daikon stewed in cider
Chunks of meaty bratwurst and ribbons of kiriboshi daikon are simmered together in sweet and fruity French cider to make this tasty side dish or snack.


Rice bowl with Dutch Gouda and namaribushi
This is a quick and easy lunch dish that mixes sweet, ginger-scented rice with tasty namaribushi bonito and nuggets of just-melting Gouda cheese.
Pork cutlets with chocolate-miso sauce
Dark and savoury hatcho miso balances out the bitter-sweetness of couverture chocolate to make a smooth, satisfying sauce for juicy pork cutlets.


Shimesaba and fromage frais salad
This salad combines the tangy bite of vinegar-cured fresh mackerel with a rich dressing made from fruity Spanish olive oil and creamy fromage frais.
Schwäbische spätzle with creamy shiitake sauce
Traditional egg pasta from southern Germany are delicious in a creamy sauce enriched with white wine and the umami flavour of dried shiitake mushrooms.

New recipes available!

Juicy beef with Danablu in wasabi green wraps
The salty taste of Danablu (Danish blue cheese) matches really well with juicy domestic beef. Hot wasabi greens add an accent. This is a stylish beef recipe perfect for summer – the rich and complex flavour of Danablu really stimulates the appetite.
Swedish Knäckebröd with amazake jam
Mix up your European and Japanese grains by combining Swedish Knäckebröd – crunchy, aromatic crackers made with rye – with the mild sweetness of rice, an ingredient of amazake. Boiling down this traditional fermented malted-rice milk gives you a delicious sticky ‘jam’ to enjoy with the simple but rich flavour of the Knäckebröd.


Italian limoncello and green Japanese peppercorn granita
Add a bitter-sweet twist to a classic frozen dessert. Limoncello is a famous Italian liqueur made from lemon zest, which matches beautifully with refreshing and stimulating Japanese peppercorns. A sweet summer treat for adults.
Queso Manchego (PDO) and Mackerel Heshiko Pavé
Mashed potatoes from Belgium perfectly combine the flavours of delicious Queso Manchego cheese from Spain and Mackerel Heshiko in this fashionable dish. The rich flavour is enhanced by the organic butter from France.


Soba (Buckwheat Noodles)-sushi Wrapped In Jambon de Bayonne (PGI)
Soba Sushi made with buckwheat noodles wrapped with Jambon de Bayonne (PGI) cured ham from France and a Soboro egg with Gouda Holland from Netherlands makes for a beautiful looking dish. Fresh white asparagus from Spain, Esparragos Blancos De Navarra (PGI), accents the texture of the dish.
Polish Beef Cutlet Panino
This panino features a special aioli sauce made with Spanish garlic Ajo Morado de Las Pedroñeras (PGI) and organic honey from Romania. Extra virgin olive oil from Greece Chania Kritis (PGI) and dropwort and mitsuba are also a perfect match, adding a refreshing aftertaste.


Ganmodoki - deep-fried tofu mixed with thinly sliced vegetables
The ingredients from 13 unique EU countries, such as smooth cream cheese from Denmark and speck from Austria with its condensed flavour, are delicious eaten on their own, and combined with Japanese tofu to create a well-balanced taste. Deep-fry the tofu in richly flavoured Italian extra virgin olive oil Monte Etna (PDO) and serve with a sprinkling of sweet carob powder from Cyprus.
Gouda Holland (PGI) Satsuki-Ae - Tofu and White Sesame Mix
Satsuki-Ae of asparagus with a delicious Gouda Holland cheese (PGI) from Netherlands and sweet Estonian honey is a perfect dish. The sweet and sour taste of cranberries from Latvia and the texture of konnyaku (that has been frozen) make this dish a delight.


Feta (PDO) and Sake Lees Mousse With a Scent of plum
Feta cheese from Greece, which has a strong and unique flavour, and dried plums are combined with creamy whipped cream from Belgium to create a refreshing dessert. Crunchy crumble made with ground almond from Spain and flour from France is the final topping.