The Riviera Kitchen Set
$78$68
About the Author
Mélanie Masarin is a culinary enthusiast and entrepreneur best known as the founder of Ghia, a nonalcoholic aperitif brand praised by the New York Times, Vogue, and many more, with products in over 3,500 retailers and restaurants. Now she is channeling her expertise and upbringing in the South of France into an inviting cookbook, bringing the vibrant, sun-soaked cuisine of the region to a U.S. audience. Her recipes focus on simplicity and bold flavors, making Mediterranean dishes accessible to American home cooks. Mélanie’s background in brand storytelling and hospitality enriches her approach, blending her passion for food with a commitment to joyful and somewhat nonchalant communal dining. She splits her time between New York City and Paris.
Original Apéritif Tasting Notes
Bitter, citrusy, and bright.
Our signature profile is complex and both bright and bitter, akin to an Italian amaro - we like to say it tastes like summer on the rocks. Sweet on the intake, with a fresh kick of Japanese yuzu, and the invigorating notes of lemon balm, orange and rosemary extract, with a slightly bitter and savory finish.
Ingredients
Water, White Grape Juice from Concentrate, Lemon Balm Extract, Gentian Root Extract, Elderflower Extract, Date Concentrate, Lemon Juice Concentrate, Plum Juice Concentrate, Acacia, Fruit and Vegetable Juice for Color, Rhubarb Root Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Orange Extract, Ginger Extract, Yuzu Extract.
Servings
A little Ghia now - goes a long, long way. Our bottle is 500ml (16.9 fl oz) and contains 17 servings.
“I always get asked what food pairs well with Ghia. The answer is simple: the food that inspired it." - Mélanie Masarin, Founder + CEO of Ghia
Riviera is a collection of 101 sun-soaked recipes from the coast of France and Italy — the unfussy, generous dishes Mélanie grew up on, guided by her grandmother Mymo's kitchen rules: let the market decide the menu, make food people will want to eat, follow recipes loosely and adapt them a lot, and share generously. Most recipes use 10 ingredients or fewer. None require professional training or a fancy kitchen. Just good olive oil, seasonal vegetables, and the desire to bring people together around a table.
The Riviera Kitchen Set
$68
The Riviera Kitchen Set
$68
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Surprise gift with 2nd order
Up to 25% off add-ons
More clear-eyed mornings
Praise for Riviera
What people are saying
Mélanie makes my favorite drink on planet Earth, so it’s only right that she makes a cookbook just as fantastic!!!
Artichoke & bean salad
Riviera screams laid-back yet impressive entertaining... The recipes are great for hosting, and carry the memory of Masarin’s grandmother, Mymo’s, cooking.
Mélanie’s taste and approachability shine through in everything she does. This book pulls you straight into her world, with food that leaps off the page.
Pissaladière
Mélanie translates her rich family history of simple, dreamy recipes for home kitchens everywhere. These pages take you to a place where olive oil flows like water.
Mélanie reminds us that long before all the short-lived health fads, there was the timeless, chic, and effortlessly delicious Mediterranean diet.
Salade Niçoise
Mélanie is the definition of chic, but this simple yet elegant book never trades substance for style... These recipes feel both unfussy and refined.
Riviera captures the vibrant flavors, direct from the south of France... where great food is enjoyed, as it should be, with delicious apéritifs. Santé!
Ricotta gnudi
Riviera is full of transportive photographs, deeply seasonal cooking, and writing that feels generous... the kind of book you leave open on the counter.
Poisson en papillote
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I buy the cookbook?
The cookbook is now available for pre-order bundled with our Original Apéritif only on drinkghia.com. You can also order via Books Are Magic, Barnes and Noble, Amazon and many other local bookstores.
Is the cookbook available internationally?
We can’t ship directly, but many of the bookshops can. Visit here to find yours.
What's included in this bundle?
One copy of Riviera by Mélanie Masarin and one 500ml bottle of Ghia Original Apéritif.
How many recipes are included in the cookbook?
101 sun-soaked, unfussy recipes (most with 10 ingredients or fewer).
What if I have dietary restrictions? Will this cookbook work for me?
Riviera is rooted in Mediterranean cooking — vegetables, seafood, olive oil, and grains do a lot of the work. Many recipes are naturally vegetarian or easily adapted. And Mymo's guiding philosophy applies here too: follow recipes loosely, adapt them a lot. The dishes welcome substitution.
Are there Ghia recipes in the book?
Yes. A handful of drink recipes use Ghia as the main ingredient.
Can I send this as a gift?
Yes, this bundle is a great gift for anyone who likes to cook and host. Add a personal gift note at check out for only $1.
Is the Apéritif full-size?
Yes. It's our standard 500ml bottle.
How long does shipping take?
Orders typically arrive within 4-6 business days, sometimes sooner!
