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Crema Pasticcera ? Italian Pastry Chef?s Cream
2006-08-06 19:06:06
Early in the morning, on the way to work, a cappuccino and cornetti are the norm. There are simple ones, ones with jam, cream, or chocolate. Some areas even prepare cornetti with salami and sliced cheese. In the afternoon or on special occasions as a dessert a tray of pasticcini, or little pastries, is often available with a sweet white wine. When... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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Prestizu Vermentino di Sardegna Soletta 2004 ? The perfect w
2006-08-06 19:06:06
Sardegna is a wonderful place, beautiful beaches, great savory foods, and some fantastic wines. When I think of Sardegna, La Maddalena, Cannonau, and Vermentino come to mind. La Maddalena has beautiful beaches, Cannonau is a hearty red wine from Sassari, and Vermentino is a flavorful white wine with a great deal of personality. This wine could be... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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2006-08-06 19:06:06
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La Scuderia ? Exquisite Dining in Palermo
2006-08-06 19:06:06
Traditional Sicilian cuisine is an oxymoron. Not that Sicily does not have marvelous antique recipes or culture simply that traditional Sicilian cuisine would mean that the recipes developed over time in a rather uniform way across the Island. This is not Sicily?s history. Sicily has been conquered and dominated by every major power over the... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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Italian cities top worldwide vacation spots
2006-08-06 19:06:06
Travel and Leisure magazine has published its results for the world?s best vacation destinations as voted by readers. Florence is the number 1 destination, Rome number 2. Other top destinations include Siena and Venice. I started writing View Italy upon my definitive return to the US after 20 years in Italy. Once over the initial culture shock of... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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Cream Pie with Cherries and Chocolate
2006-08-06 19:06:06
Recently Raffaella has indicated ever so subtly that I have been neglecting her needs. My inattentiveness was not by design but things have been a bit busy lately. Breakfast is the only time that Raffaella really eats sweets and usually I have a cheesecake in the fridge and with café and hot milk she is happy. As a child she adored Crostate.... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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Cheesecake ? Italian - Greek - American?
2006-08-06 19:06:06
Cheesecake, as known in the US, is a rather new creation however, the first mentions of Cheesecake seem to be from Ancient Rome. The first recipe, written in Latin, is from Cato and is called Savillum (Giacosa, Ilaria Gozzini, "A Taste of Ancient Rome", University of Chicago Press, Chicago. 1992, p. 163) and was made with Farmer?s Cheese better... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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Messicani ? Mexicans, stuffed with sausage, spiked with Sage
2006-08-06 19:06:06
No we are not promoting cannibalism. I have attempted to find the origin of this dish used primarily in the hinterland of Milan. While I have found variations, such as ?Messi cani tuttosole?, I have not found just where this dish was born. Mexican s are a method of preparation instead of a single recipe. They are meat rolls stuffed with a different... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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Solyss Negroamaro La Corte 2004 ? Red wine from Puglia
2006-08-06 19:06:06
Puglia is not generally known for its wine. The grapes are robust, the flavor fruity, and the sugar content is high but the wines from Puglia are, more often than not, combined with other wines to increase their sugar and alcohol content. Occasionally a really good and reasonably priced table wine comes out of this southeastern region of Italy. I... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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2006-07-26 07:00:00
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Risotto alla Milanese ? Saffron, Yellow always Milan
2006-06-26 01:35:00
Risotto alla Milan ese is known by several names, whether it be Risotto Giallo or yellow rice, Risotto allo Zafferano or the traditional risotto alla Milanese it is a basic dish for any northern Italian chef. Patience, still only 30 minutes, and quality ingredients are the keys to this marvelous food. It can be a first plate, a compliment to Osso Buco, or an entrée.Use only Arborio Rice, fresh grated Parmesan Cheese, and quality Saffron . Some companies will use parts of the flower that have no flavor or color to increase their profitability. Use only Italian or Spanish Saffron. The Italian will most often be in a powder. One small package is sufficient for 500 grams of rice. The Spanish form is usually in a string. Grind this string Saffron in a mortar reducing it to a powder otherwise it will be difficult to dissolve the Saffron. Do not cook the Saffron, add the Saffron at the end of cooking when the risotto is ready.Quantities are important. If the Risotto is a compliment or a firs...
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Restaurant Alla Cucina delle Langhe - Milan
2006-04-13 20:30:00
Alla Cucina delle Langhe is a gem in the sea of fine dining in Milan . This is not a touristy place but is ?IN?. Supermodels, actors, and politicians know where you can find good food and this is one of the favorite haunts in Milan. Traditional regional foods from Piemonte and Lombardia are the stalwarts of this interesting establishment.The menu? is a smorgasbord of traditional dishes. One of the few places that you can find Risotto al Barolo, Brasato al Barolo, Anatra (duck with an apple dressing), Risotto alla Milanese, Osso Buco, and a caret of desserts that will make you wish you had not eaten dinner. My dessert of preference, that Raffaella now makes at home, is Bonet. The wine cellar is tremendous, Sassicaia, Ornellaia, Tignanello, Giacosa Barolo, Nebbiolo, Gaja & Rey, and Arneis on the top end and numerous middle level wines.Beginning in September Tartufo and Mushrooms also appear in the menu?. From a simple pasta with grated Tartufo to the more elaborate risotto and pate? th...
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Ristorante Gran S. Bernardo da Alfredo ? Milan
2006-04-12 00:48:00
When choosing a restaurant I always look for places that have something special and different. I rarely visit contemporary restaurants or places that mix and match foods from different cultures.Gran S. Bernard o da Alfred o specializes in Mila n ese cooking. Founded in the 60s by the father of the current owner they have remained true to their original concept. This restaurant is well known among the few remaining ?pure? Milanesi and among the business community. Just as I would do, many managers will bring their clients to this jewel of traditional cooking.Their menu? will follow the seasons, risotto alla Milanese, cotoletta alla Milanese, trippa alla Milanese and osso buco di vitello will always be available but in the winter you can also find casseola. If you do not know the ?cucina Milanese? I suggest you try the Osso Buco. It will be served on a bed of Risotto alla Milanese (saffron).The family believes in doing things the traditional way. They purchase their carnaroli rice directl...
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Lago di Garda – Lake Garda
2006-04-06 18:35:00
The perfect vacation is different for every individual. Some like it hot, some like it cold, some want organized activities and some want to lie on the beach and soak up the sun. I have found that nationality, culture and family status also influence the success or failure of a vacation. Located in the pre-Alp region between Brescia and Verona, Lago di Garda is a destination for those who desire cool evenings, water-sports, good food, and a relaxing vacation without the hustle and bustle of hundreds of thousands of people packed into a city designed for twenty thousand.The lake is very large and deep with numerous cities dotting the edges. The larger cities are on the southern end of the lake closer to the metropolitan areas but all locations offer excellent tourist services. Water-sports are the primary activities. With a depth of just over 300 meters scuba diving is possible for all levels of expertise. Visit to underwater relics make this activity more interesting. The lake runs ...
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Hotels - B & B - Agriturismo
2005-09-25 02:49:00
- Agri turismo ? Tourism and Agriculture for a new businessLazioRome- Hotel Cavalieri ? Restaurant La Pergola- ArtDeco ? Cool little hotel in Rome- Hotel Inghilterra ? Exclusive Hotel ? Restaurant of the Stars- St. Regis Grand Hotel RomeViterbo- Agriturismo Casa Caponetti ? Wine, Olive Oil, Cooking School in Northern LazioLombardiaMilan- Hotel Anderson ? Contemporary Hotel in Central Station Milano- Hotel Michelangelo ? Business lodging at a reasonable price- Hotel Prinicipe di Savoia ? Regal in Name and in ServicePugliaManfredonia- Gargano - Baia delle Zagare ? Sun, Fun and the SeaSicilyPalermo- Grand Hotel Villa Igiea ? A palace in PalermoCatania- Agriturismo Il Ciliegio del Etna - Catania ? Vacationing on the Sicilian Volcano- Taormina Sicily ? Hot Vacation Spot on the slopes of Mount EtnaToscanaArezzo- Il Borro ? Traditional Tuscany with all the bells and whistlesMontalcino- Poggio Antico ? Not just a winery ? Visit MontalcinoPrato- Capezzana Wine and Culinary Center - A new mean...
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Destinations
2005-09-25 02:48:00
Note: Be sure to check out To do - To see, this page organizes by city the various events, buildings, museums, and exhibits.General Culture- Festa della Donna – International Women’s Day - March 8- Festa del Lavoro - International Worker’s Day - May 1Travel Tips- Easy way to Save Money Traveling to Italy - Where are your bags?- Italian cities top worldwide vacation spots- Moving to Italy- Northern Italian Town of Brescia Accused of Far West JusticeTrips- 18 Days in Italy part 1 of 5 - Intro- 18 Days in Italy part 2 of 5 - ROME- 18 Days in Italy part 3 of 5 - FLORENCE- 18 Days in Italy part 4 of 5 - VENICE- 18 Days in Italy part 5 of 5 - CINQUE TERRE- Wine Vacation in Northern Italy: The Spring of ProseccoAbruzzo- Zampognari – Italian Christmas BagpipesAmalfi- Amalfi CoastCampania- VitignoItalia 2006 – May 21-23 Wine Tradeshow in NaplesEmilia Romagna- Sant'Agata Bologna - Lamborghini – Tractors to Sports Cars- Modena - Ferrari – Il Cavallino Modenese- Modena - Maserati...
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Recipes
2005-09-25 02:47:00
General CommentsChristmas TraditionNew Year's Eve 2005Why Cook?Food, Wine, Culture - Why all the fuss?Eat Healthy to Reduce risks of Breast CancerCongratulations Whole Foods Market – Whole Foods supports Organic FarmersAmericans are Stupid!Tartufo 2006 – Truffle Season 2006 best in decadesCaffe' Around ItalyCaffe’ all’Italiana – How to make Italian CoffeeCaffe Valdostana – Coffee from Valle d’Aosta and the Friendship CupChristmas Breads- Panettone Milano- Pandoro Verona- Pandolce Genova- Panforte SienaEaster Breads- Colomba- Casatiello – Savory Easter Bread from Campania- Gubana - Holiday Bread from FriuliOther Holiday Breads and Torts- Pane dei Morti – Bread of the Dead- Torta Bertulina – Antique Grape Bread from Crema- Turta de Lac – Torta di Pane – Torta del Paese - Hmmmm Chocolate!Breads- Aromatic Herb Bread- Biga The Mother of Bread- Casereccio – Italian Homemade Bread- Ciabatta – What is it? Slippers or Bread- Italian poor man’s bread - Il Filon...
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Restaurants
2005-09-25 02:46:00
General Articles- Dallas - I feel your pain - Where is a good Italian restaurant?- Bar – Coffee anyone?Rest aurant s - By CityCastiglione della Pescaia- Pierbacco – Restaurant Wine Bar – Experience the Balance of Food and Wine Como- Antica Trattoria della Pila – Mala Milanese in Como- Ristorante Crotto del Lupo – Regional cuisine from ComoMilan- Acanto Dining with Royalty- Al Capriccio Fish in Milan- Al Matarel Traditional Milanese Cuisine- Alla Cucina delle Langhe Lombardia and Piemontese Cuisine- Assassino Traditional Tuscany Cuisine- Gran San Bernardo Traditional Milanese Cuisine- Orient Express Milan – Dinner in a TramFlorence- Antico Ristoro di Cambi – Home cooking in Florence- Osteria Antica Mescita San Niccolò – Traditional Restaurant in Florence- Ristorante La Reggia degli Etruschi - Eat and Drink well in FlorencePalermo- Charleston – Unique Traditional Restaurant in Palermo- La Scuderia – Exquisite Dining in PalermoRome- Camponeschi- Harry's Bar - Hotel ...
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Cheese from Italy
2005-09-24 23:56:00
Italian Cheese DirectoryPiemonte is Cheese- Asiago - When Cheese Becomes a Work of Art- Fontina ? Wonderful Cheese from the Italian Alps- Gorgonzola ? Sweet or Spicy, always a lady- Mozzarella di Bufala Fact and Fiction- Parmigiano - Parmesan Cheese Reggiano- Pecorino Goat Cheese ? Are they all the same?- Provolone Valpadana ? String cheese from Valpadana - Taleggio ? Stracchino Cheese from the Val Brembana Other Products- Italian Honey
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Events
2005-09-24 17:36:00
- Carnevale di Venezia – Carnival in Venice Part I- Carnevale di Venezia – Carnival in Venice Part II- Carnevale di Viareggio – Carnival in Viareggio- Festa della Donna – International Women’s Day - March 8- Vinitaly – The Wine Show – Verona Italy - April 6-10, 2006- Festa del Lavoro – International Worker’s Day - May 1- Leonardo a Milano – Trivulziano Code - Through May 21, 2006- VitignoItalia 2006 – Wine Tradeshow in Naples - May 21-23, 2006- Festa Nazionale del Pane – Italian National Bread Day - May 25, 2006- Miwine 2006 – Wine Tradeshow in Milan - June 12-14, 2006- Culture – Is it ever too late to appreciate the works of mankind?- Annibale Carracci – Bologna through January 7, 2007- Historic Designs of Armani – at the Triennale of Milan until April 1, 2007 - Vinitaly 2007 – March 29 – April 2 – Verona
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Italian Fashion Directory
2005-09-24 17:31:00
Tendencies- Bikini – The most famous Baby Boomer turns 60- Beach Fashion Summer 2006 – More is better- Italy Fashion Summer 2006 – Return of the 50-60s- Italy Fashion Summer 2006 – Suspenders- Women’s Winter Fashion from the streets of Milan - Le Parigine- Kitchen Accessories - Italia n Fashion Accessories 2007- Italian Fashion Tendencies – Avoid the Doldrums – Be the hottest Lady on the block- Italian Fashion Tendencies to Entertain with Style Men's Fashion- Giorgio Armani - Italian Men’s Fashion Fall Winter 2006-2007- Missoni - Italian Men’s Fashion Fall Winter 2006-2007- Men's Fashion Shows Milan 2006 – 2007- Men’s Fashion Fall/Winter 2006-2007 Sweaters- Italian Men’s Fashion Fall – Winter 2006 Overcoats- Turtleneck - Forget the Dickey- Italian Men’s Fashion Tendencies Spring/Summer 2007Women's Fashion- Italian Women’s Fashion Fall/Winter 2006/2007- Tendenza Scarpe – Women's Shoes Winter 2007 – Milan goes ultra flat! - Women’s Winter Holiday...
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Wine Directory
2005-09-24 15:15:00
General Comments- A Word About Wine - What does price mean on a bottle of wine- Quality Wines – Italian always the best- Describing Wine – Without the Mystery- Italian Vines Explained – General information on Italian Autochthon vines- Italian Designer Wines – A new tendency among established producers- Italian Wine – Protecting Quality- Paris Hilton and Prosecco in a Gold Can- Italian Grape Harvest 2006 – Best Quality in Decades- Italy passes No Wood Chips in Wine Law- New Wine – Vino Novello – What is it?- Chips Free Wine – Save the Wine!- Passion for Life – Passion in Wine- Searching for our Souls – Searching for ProseccoExhibits- Vinitaly – The Wine Show – Verona Italy- VitignoItalia 2006 – Wine Tradeshow in Naples- Miwine 2006 – June 12-14 Wine Tradeshow in MilanWines and Food- Salmon and Indivia Wines 101 – Fagottino Salmone and IndiviaWines By RegionCampania - Types of Wine- Aglianico del Taburno Rosso – Antique red wine Benevento- Greco di Tuf...
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