One of the first things I planned to do once we returned to Umbria this spring was to hit the local markets and buy fresh artichokes, so on Monday, although still recovering from jet lag, we got up bright...
Thứ Bảy, 16 tháng 4, 2011
Pecorino Roasted Pepper Rolls
When you are making a number of appetizers for a party, family get-together, or a wine tasting as we do weekly, you need a few that are easy to assemble, can be prepared a head of time, and that still...
Cherry Tomatoes Stuffed With Fava Bean Puree
Tuesday, 06 July 2010 07:18
Fresh fava beans are available every spring and are a very versatile and healthy vegetable that can be used in an unlimited number of ways. This fava puree can be used as...
Mini Quiche Appetizers
These little tender bites of quiche are perfect for a breakfast brunch, or on an antipasti platter. I simply use a basic, medium sized muffin tin which creates delicious two bite treats. I use a mix...
Grilled Gorgonzola Figs With Honey, Balsamic Dressing
We have a huge fig tree behind our property here in Umbria that has been abandoned and ignored that I pick fresh figs from every fall. I went out last week and picked the last figs of the season with...
Northern Italian Regional Food and Wine
First-time travelers to Italy may be surprised on finding such a diversity of regional food. Unlike your typical Italian restaurant in the States, Italian food has much more variety than spaghetti and...
Blog ~ Easter Celebration
Easter in Italy is a Christian based holiday, and the celebrations actually begin the week before Easter, called Holy week, which start on Palm Sunday and culminates the following week on Easter Sunday....
