Tag Archives: Italian

Wine Review: Muri-Gries, Alto Adige Lagrein “Abtei Muri” Riserva 2007 DOC

Posted on July 30, 2013 by Stefano

Today’s review is about a northern Italian red wine that I particularly love (Muri-Gries, Alto Adige Lagrein “Abtei Muri” Riserva DOC 2007 – $38) which is made from an Italian indigenous grape variety that in my view undeservedly gets too little attention … Continue reading →

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Stuffed peppers and the misconception of a silly girl

Posted on July 21, 2013 by Francesca

Cooking and eating peppers is something relatively new in my house. The reason? Okay. I’m going to spit it out but please do not judge me too harshly. The ugly truth is that, when I was younger, I thought peppers … Continue reading →

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Wine Review P2: Marchesi de’ Frescobaldi, “Tenuta dell’Ammiraglia” Range

Posted on July 8, 2013 by Stefano

Disclaimer: this review is of samples that I received from the producer’s US importer. My review of the wines has been conducted in compliance with my Samples Policy and the ISA wine tasting protocol and the opinions I am going to share on the … Continue reading →

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Wine Review P1: Marchesi de’ Frescobaldi, “Tenuta dell’Ammiraglia” Range

Posted on July 3, 2013 by Stefano

Disclaimer: this review is of samples that I received from the producer’s US importer. My review of the wines has been conducted in compliance with my Samples Policy and the ISA wine tasting protocol and the opinions I am going to share on the … Continue reading →

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Roasted Stuffed Tomatoes

Posted on June 28, 2013 by Francesca

Good morning everyone (well, at least it is still morning in this part of the world)!  🙂 Usually I’m not that happy in the morning (quite the opposite!) but today is a special day. For starters, school is finally over. … Continue reading →

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Wine Review: Le Colture, Prosecco di Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze Dry DOCG

Posted on June 22, 2013 by Stefano

Summer has finally made its way to us, with some delay. So, what is there more refreshing and satisfying than a chilled bottled of foamy bubbles? Before we even continue, though, I feel I have a confession to make. While I love a … Continue reading →

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Mint and zucchini tagliatelle: Italian beauty!

Posted on June 15, 2013 by Francesca

2 Servings Hello everyone! 🙂 Let me thank a couple of people before I share this wonderful recipe with all of you. First: the photo setting. Do not get any fancy idea. The red roses are not from Stefano. The … Continue reading →

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Wine Review: Planeta, “Santa Cecilia” Nero d’Avola Sicilia IGT 2006

Posted on June 7, 2013 by Stefano

Today’s review will focus on one of my two favorite varietal Nero d’Avola wines, namely Planeta‘s “Santa Cecilia” Nero d’Avola Sicilia IGT 2006 ($35). The Bottom Line Overall, the Santa Cecilia was an outstanding varietal Nero d’Avola, which delivered plenty of … Continue reading →

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If I said fennel salad, what would you say?

Posted on May 29, 2013 by Francesca

2 Servings Believe it or not my refrigerator is empty most of the time. The reason is twofold. Firstly, my conversion to a culinary life is relatively recent. Five years ago, I could not care less about cooking, so my … Continue reading →

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The End of the Quest for Authentic Italian Food: Arthur Avenue

Posted on May 27, 2013 by Stefano

A few Saturdays ago, Francesca and I finally went to check out a place that had been on our minds for a while: famed Arthur Avenue in the Bronx, NY. Arthur Avenue is first and foremost an Avenue in the … Continue reading →

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