Category Archives: beans

Rattatuia – Ratatouille from Liguria

by chefbikeski Posted on November 25, 2017

I am off to Liguria next week, to discover the best locales for our new Liguria and Cinque Terre walking tour. As I prepare for each tour, I research extensively the local cuisine. This dish is a prime example of … Continue reading →

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Cotechino in Umido con Fagioli di Posina – Cotechino Sausage with Beans

by chefbikeski Posted on August 9, 2017

Exploring the local cuisine of the regions we visit on our walking tours and cycling tours in Italy is an important part of creating an authentic Italy experience. No tourist menus, no spaghetti and meat balls. Italians pride themselves on … Continue reading →

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Tagliatelle di Grano Arso con Spinaci, Gambero e Mille Fagioli

by chefbikeski Posted on March 31, 2014

Recently, we led a private group on a gourmet Dolomites ski holiday, spending a fantastic week skiing and dining in lovely Cortina. While visiting the slopes at Alta Badia,  we came across a local recipe book featuring recipes from the … Continue reading →

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Salsiccia e Pancetta Fresca con Fagioli

by chefbikeski Posted on October 21, 2013

During my recent trip to Umbria for our Bike the Wine Roads of Umbria tour, and a few days in Tuscany afterward, I saw this dish on many a menu. It features two of Umbria’s favorite products, beans and sausage. … Continue reading →

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Brasato di Maiale con Fagioli – Braised Pork with Beans

by chefbikeski Posted on September 16, 2013

The regions of Tuscany and Umbria are considered the “Heart of Italy”, lying as they do in the geographic middle of the country. Adjacent to each other, their cuisines are quite similar. Simple, country cooking; not a lot of ingredients. … Continue reading →

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