Hello there my friends. It has been much overdue for another entry. Life has been crazy busy these last few months. I got a job (yippy, I’m employed), moved out of my parents’ home…and living with my Grandparents (it is … Continue reading
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
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
“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
In the 3 wonderful years that I have been with Carlo, I have had the opportunity to travel to Italy twice. The first of time was for a summer study abroad for Architecture School, in which we visited many different … Continue reading
Béchamel 1 stick of butter or 8 tablespoons 8 tablespoons flour 4 cups milk Grated nutmeg Pepper 1 cup Grated Swiss or Fontina Salt (optional) In a large pot melt the butter. When completely melted, add the flour and whisk … Continue reading
Lasagna. What may at first seem like a simple dish to just throw together with layers of pasta, sauce and cheese is deceivingly more complex and time-consuming, but well worth the effort. Needless to say, the topic for today is on … Continue reading
