Today, you're putting on a big show: the foie gras is the star feature on your table. But as divine as it may be, served as your starter it  will need support from the other courses to complete a heavenly meal. So what can you serve alongside your foie gras to satisfy your guests' appetites and prolong their moment of culinary ecstasy? Here are our tips and tricks for developing the perfect menu!

First up, a few tips for presenting your foie gras

It is always good to remember that foie gras is a dish that is both delicate and unctuous... but also that it is a relatively rich food - both from a sensory and nutritional point of view. You can therefore start by serving pieces of foie gras, whole or in blocks, on toast in moderate portions to stimulate the appetite. Serve with a bit of chutney or caramelized onion to enhance its flavor.

If your starter already includes a delicious block of duck foie gras on toast, it is best to not immediately follow it with pan-fried goose or duck liver for a strategist! Instead, plan a dish that refreshes the palate: vegetable terrines, carpaccios, or broths will be perfect.

Main courses to enjoy after the foie gras as a starter

After enjoying foie gras as a starter, the main course must live up to this gastronomic experience. Whether you prefer to stick to the tradition of rustic and flavorful cuisine or explore more surprising options, there are various alternatives that will perfectly complement the beginning of your meal. From braised meats to lighter and more refined dishes, your choice of main course will depend on the balance you wish to achieve in your menu.

For a "whole duck" tasting, opt for duck confit.

For a gastronomic experience entirely dedicated to duck, the duck confit is an ideal choice. Slowly cooked in its own fat, this traditional dish offers a dark texture and deep flavor that intensifies over time. It can be accompanied by salted potatoes cooked in pork fat, a walnut gratin salad with mustard vinaigrette, or a chestnut purée to give it a more sophisticated touch. 

A duck breast for a resolutely Périgord menu

If you’re looking to recreate a gourmet getaway in the heart of the Dordogne, duck breast is an absolute must! Surrounded by a generous portion of Sarladaises potatoes - cooked in duck fat - and a garlic and marbled porcini mushroom sauce, this is the perfect accompaniment to a thin slice of Périgord foie gras. To finish the meal credibly, serve a nice slice of walnut cake - or a creamy cabécou cheese with a salty bite. This is a menu for very, very hungry guests!

Scallops for a refined touch

Want to lighten up the rest of the meal? Try new recipes with the finest foods? Go for pan-seared scallops, simply placed on a bed of leeks. Served with a lemon sauce, they will follow a prestigious goose foie gras.

If you prefer not to serve seafood but are looking for an equally elegant alternative, simply replace the scallops with a fillet of sea bass or bream and serve on a warm truffle parsnip mousseline.

A fruity dessert to end the meal lightly.

To elegantly conclude your feast, a light and balanced dessert will always be a good choice. Fresh fruits and sorbets are undoubtedly your best allies!

A delicious fresh fruit salad with grapes will bring freshness and natural sweetness, ideal for cleansing the palate after a hearty meal. If you prefer a warm dessert, a baked apple with cinnamon will offer warm and spicy notes, perfect for a comforting finish.

In general, avoid heavy desserts like cheesecake - rich cream sweets are not suitable for an already heavy palate. But if you really can't resist a sweet and creamy pudding, try a delicately sliced piece of light white cheesecake served with a red fruit coulis.

For the bolder ones, a forgotten tradition may reappear on your table: serving foie gras as a starter between cheese and dessert, as was done in the past.

And finally, don't forget to include a fine wine.

Such as a sweet Sauternes (which we would serve very slightly chilled at (between 10° and 13°C is the perfect temperature). 

Remember, whether you’re serving foie gras alone or accompanied by other dishes, exceptional flavor is directly linked to the quality of your foie gras. At Foie Gras Gourmet you’ll always find the best traditional tasting foie gras which has been made by local producers in France who want you to enjoy it!.