Tag Archives: Italiaoutdoors

Insalata di Porcini Crudo – Raw Porcini Mushroom Salad

by chefbikeski Posted on October 21, 2017

Mushroom hunting was once an important source of sustenance in many regions of Italy, from the Veneto to Tuscany to Umbria to Liguria. Many Italians today still forage wild mushrooms, with local communities in each region working to keep this … Continue reading →

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What is Chianti? Exploring Italian Wines with Italiaoutdoors

by chefbikeski Posted on August 24, 2017

We are off next month on a private bike and wine tour in Tuscany, where we will enjoy panoramic views of the lovely landscape of this region while we explore Tuscany’s best wine areas. Tuscany, and its largest wine zone … Continue reading →

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Sformato di Fiolaro e Scampi – Fiolaro Broccoli Flan with Shrimp

by chefbikeski Posted on March 5, 2017

There are countless local varieties of plants that are incorporated into the traditional cuisine and wines of Italy. Due to Italy’s unique geography, these particular species have been isolated to a small area, and may only be found and used … Continue reading →

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Mezzelune – Schlutzkrapfen – Spinach Ricotta Ravioli from Sudtirol

by chefbikeski Posted on January 24, 2017

During many of our walking tours or cycling adventures, when we visit a small local restaurant catering to non-tourists, I am called upon to translate the menu. This is a particular challenge in Alto Adige, where the menu is just … Continue reading →

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Accordini Winery – Walking through the Best of Valpolicella

by chefbikeski Posted on January 17, 2017

There is no better way to appreciate the terroir of a wine than to walk through it. On our private walking tours in Italy we typically plan a day to do just this – choosing a route that brings us … Continue reading →

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