Category Archives: Lagrein

Cantina Tramin – Discover the beautiful home of Gewurztraminer

Last week brought me not one, but two opportunities to explore the wines of Cantina Tramin. Here in the US, I lead a cooking class event to benefit the Portland Symphony Orchestra, and the host of the event, a local … Continue reading

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Pancetta di Maiale Fresca con Cidro di Mele e Bacche di Ginepro

Last June, we welcomed James Beard Award winner Susan Regis as a Master Guest Chef on our Chefs on Bikes tour in Italy. One of the dishes we cooked with her was a braised pork belly. We did have a … Continue reading

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Wines of Alto Adige: Valle Isarco DOC and Garlider Winery

The Alto Adige Valle Isarco DOC, also known as Sudtirol Eisacktaler, is Italy’s northernmost wine region. This is one of the many wine regions that lay along the Sudtirol Strada di Vini, and one we will visit with our Bike … Continue reading

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Stinco di Agnello Brasato – Braised Lamb Shanks (sounds better in English…)

My last post on spaetzle made a very simple preparation of this rustic noodle. To dress it up a bit and make a delicious Sunday dinner, I wanted a hearty meat dish with lots of sauce to enjoy with the … Continue reading

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Kellerei Cantina Terlan Wines – Classic Wines from Alto Adige

Located north of Bolzano, in the town of Terlano, the Cantina Terlan produces high quality wines in both the Terlano and Alto Adige DOC. Started in 1893 when 24 local growers united to jointly produce, sell and market their wines. … Continue reading

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