A photo montage of Easter with the Italians… During dessert, we sipped on Prosecco and enjoyed any last bits of sweets that we could fit into our tummies. I was stuffed after this meal…actually I think I am still full … Continue reading
Ok, so you might have some preconceived notions about this recipe once you hear the name. Grapes on focaccia…how in the world can that taste good? Let me say that this is exactly what I thought as well. As some … Continue reading
1 1/3 cups warm water about 105°F to 115°F 1 package active dry yeast 1 tablespoon sugar 3 ½ cups flour Olive oil 1 tablespoon Butter 1 teaspoon salt 1 large sweet onion Several sprigs of thyme Pour warm water … Continue reading
Perfect Picnic in Venice One of the best meals I ever had in Italy was in Venice and it came from a brown paper bag. As I have said in previous posts, Carlo and I were Architecture students doing a … Continue reading
I would like to share with you and romantic story of mine from Venice, Italy. While in Venice for our school studies (Architecture), my Amore decided that he would take me on a date to have an evening to ourselves … Continue reading
Biscotti,’ those crunchy long Italian cookies that Americans love to dunk into coffee…is the discussion for today. It’s a minor debate, but one worth the time. Shortly after I had met Carlo and found out that he was Italian, I … Continue reading
“Genoese” Style Pesto For 4 people: 100g French Green Beans Two sliced potatoes Four bunches of basil Two garlic cloves One tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese One tablespoon grated Pecorino cheese A handful of pine nuts Salt 1 cup extra virgin … Continue reading
Filled Pasta Yes, we are going to talk more about pasta. I mean we are discussing Italy here people and pasta is very prevalent. This time though, we will talk about the lovely filled pasta. This journey begins in the … Continue reading
Alright, so now that we have discussed our caffeine intake and our pre dinner snack and drinks it is time to address some main dishes most of which involved pasta. After all you cannot go to Italy and not experience … Continue reading
The second trip to Italy was more recent. We left September 8th and returned the 22nd of 2011. The trip was a graduation gift from Carlo’s parents to me. I am very lucky to have such wonderful people in my life. … Continue reading
