Tag Archives: Health

Spaetzle – Classic Rustic Noodles from Sudtirol, Italy

by chefbikeski Posted on February 7, 2012

Spaetzle, or spätzle, is a rustic pasta most commonly associate with Germany, but is quite prevalent in the Sudtirol region of Italy. This is one food that is truly regional in Italy – I never see it on our cycling … Continue reading →

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Alto Adige Terlano Wine Zone: Wonderful, Crisp Whites from Northeastern Italy

by chefbikeski Posted on December 20, 2011

This past summer I spent some time exploring the wine regions of Alto Adige. One stop on my tour, and a place we will return to on our Bike the Wine Roads of Trentino-Alto Adige bicycle holidays in 2012 is … Continue reading →

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Warning: Bombardino May Cause an Early End to your Ski Day

by chefbikeski Posted on December 13, 2011

Bombardino is an egg nog based drink that is very popular in the cold climates, especially for those enjoying a ski holiday in Northeastern Italy. This is a perfect drink for sipping apres ski in Val Gardena, or to warm … Continue reading →

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Gubana – Traditional Italian Christmas in Friuli-Venezia Giulia

by chefbikeski Posted on December 10, 2011

  One example of traditional Christmas holiday food with deep-seated cultural roots in a specific region is the Gubana. A cake of sweet leavened dough, heavy with a filling of dried fruits and nuts. Depending upon the source, Gubana originated … Continue reading →

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Seven Fishes – Myth or Tradition? And What Christmas Food Was Inspired by a Navel?

by chefbikeski Posted on December 5, 2011

The Christmas season is upon us, and once again, Italian foodies here in the US are planning their Feast of the Seven Fishes for Christmas Eve. Italian restaurants are announcing their version of it for their December menu special, Saveur … Continue reading →

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