Strawberries, Rose and Sour Cream

A strawberry dessert, with its bright, sweet-tart flavour, is super versatile and pairs well with lots of different dishes.

Here are some ideas for what to serve with our strawberry, rose and sour cream:

A refreshing main dish like a summer salad is a great precursor to a strawberry or fresh berry dessert. Something with fresh greens, citrus, shaved fennel, or a simple balsamic dressing works great. Why not add some grilled chicken, which contrasts nicely with the sweetness of the strawberries? Or our Garden Greens & White Beans would be a fantastic option too.

Strawberries go really well with meats seasoned with fresh herbs or those cooked on the grill. Most of our properties have a herb garden, large or small – so be sure to have a look at what’s growing when you stay with us. The perfect contender for a grilled meat recipe would be our Greek Spiced Grilled Whole Chook. The savoury, herby flavours and slight char balance out the sweetness of the strawberries, creating a very satisfying mix of flavours!

A cheese board or a ploughman’s lunch before a strawberry dessert is also a great idea. An oozy double cream brie like a d’Affinois, a tangy blue and a sharp cheddar go really well with the natural acidity of strawberries. Throw in some crackers, a fresh sourdough baguette, nuts, some finely shaved prosciutto and maybe a drizzle of honey… and you’ve got a perfect savoury-to-sweet transition.

Rich dishes like Beef Ragu offer a delicious contrast to a light, strawberry dessert. The creamy texture and savoury flavours play off the light sweetness of the strawberries. Having bright, fresh berries after a rich, comforting pasta dish can help to cleanse the palate and bring you back from needing an afternoon nap, too.

Grilled seafood – something simple like grilled local Mahi Mahi with lemon adds a clean, delicate flavour that contrasts well with strawberries. It’s a light and tasty way to round out the meal before dessert (and surely means you can have another scoop of sour cream…?). If you are staying with us in Goonengerry and have time to head down to Byron Bay to get some fish, The Bay Seafood Market is the way to go.

To finish things off, nothing pairs with strawberries like sparkling wine or champagne. The bubbles and acidity of the wine enhance the fresh sweetness of the dessert. You could even try a sparkling rosé for a little extra fruitiness that complements the strawberries, though, be sure to go for quality if you’re reaching for the sparkling rosé – or you may end up with a very sweet wine which will be too much with the berries.