These last few days have been in the 90s (30 C) here in New England… and it’s only April. So since there has been a summer feeling around here, we’ve been cooking summer-like. Fennel salad is refreshing and one of my favorite summer treats with a nice glass of Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon blanc. [...]
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One of the most unique and beautiful tourist attractions in Calabria in my opinion is, “la Chiesetta Di Piedigrotta” in Pizzo Calabro. Pizzo Calabro is a picturesque fishing town on the Tyrrhenian coast of Calabria and la Chiesetta Di Piedigrotta is actually located on the road into town on the SS 522, about 4km from the [...] I’m really into Tiziano Ferro’s new song: “Il Regalo Più Grande” from his latest album titled “Alla Mia Etá” Here it is with the lyrics (thanks to giordi88/youtube). It’s maddening that we can’t download it on itunes here in the US!! Anyway, let me know what you think. Voglio farti un regalo I’ve made lots of friends through sopressata… I really have. My father has been offered money, a friend wants to feature it in a future restaurant he is opening and one of my Irish buddies has somehow gotten “in” and now chips in financially and helps make them in order to get a share… in turn, [...] 1 – Fraguni… my all time favorite Easter treats!
2 – Ricotta Pie…. rich and delicious!
3 – Pizza Rustica, Pizza Chena, Pitta Chena, whatever you call it in your house… It’s called YUMMY everywhere.
4 – Pastiera – it’s nice to have a Pasticciere in the family.
This is Italyville’s 101st post… but it comes at a difficult time for many Italians. Reports have the death toll from the earthquake in L’Aquila at over 250 people, thousands more are injured and tens of thousands remain homeless. This is all happening as Easter approaches this weekend and Italians around the world will come together [...] My thoughts and prayers to everyone affected by the earthquake. Hope your, friends, family and loved ones are all [...] One of the best things about coming back from Italy is bringing back your favorite Italian snacks… mostly for yourself but also to share with others who have never tried them and get their feedback. Here are some of my favorites Italian snacks that I brought back from my recent trip.
Italian Nutella… you can [...] |
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