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About chefbikeski

Culinary Director and Owner of Italiaoutdoors Food and Wine. Creator of uniquely personalized tours in Italy. Small groups, owner/expert led, customized to your desires, your budget. We personally design and lead each and every tour ourselves, to deliver the best in personalized service.

Lentils with Sausage – Two Ways

Lentils with some sort of pork, various sausages, pigs feet, bacon, and other cuts, is a fairly common dish in Italy. It is traditionally served on the New Year, as it is believed to bring good fortune – the rounded … Continue reading

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A Full Day: Filthly Fifties, Ski School, and a Second Risotto Class

My last Risotto cooking class was so popular, we couldn’t all fit into one evening. I scheduled a second class the following Monday for the overflow. I was reluctant to take another day off of work (if you can call … Continue reading

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