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Insalata di Arance – Fresh Orange Salad from Sicily

Exploring the lovely countryside of Sicily under sunny skies, we find the perfect ‘sunny’ delicacy to refresh us along the way – sweet, red-fleshed blood oranges. Citrus fruits arrived in Italy around 850 AD during an Arab invasion. Initially these … Continue reading

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Granita – Cool Off the Sicilian Way

During these hot summer days, dreaming of Italy travel that unfortunately won’t happen until 2021, I’m finding solace in my kitchen with favorite recipes. For Sicilians – and wishful future visitors like myself – summer is incomplete without the opportunity … Continue reading

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Zucca Arrosto con Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale – Roasted Squash with Balsamic

It is now the week before Thanksgiving, and I as create my holiday menu I am always looking to bring a taste of my Italian adventures to my traditional turkey menu. The newest cookbook in my library provided the inspiration … Continue reading

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Insalata di Zucchini e Pinoli

Years ago, I recall a story about a patronizing French chef who, when asked what he thought of Chef Alice Waters cooking, responded, “That is not cooking, that is shopping.” I wish this was as easy as he makes it … Continue reading

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Sformato di Parmigiano with Caramelized Pears

We indulge in many wonderful Italian specialties with guests on our private walking and cycling tours in Italy, but one that always generates lots of discussion is Parmigiano Reggiano cheese – primarily because it can be found back home in … Continue reading

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