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  • Happy Easter from Our Family to Yours

    Happy Easter from Our Family to Yours

    Dear Friends, We take this time to send you all Springtime Greetings. For those who are still celebrating Passover, Shalom: We wish you many Joys and Blessings at Passover. May You Rejoice in Traditions And May You Enjoy a Spring Filled with New Beginnings. For those of you who are celebrating a Blessed Easter: AUGURI… Continue reading

  • PALM SUNDAY IN ITALY

    Palm Sunday, or “Domenica delle Palme,” is indeed a significant celebration in Italy, marking the start of Holy Week and commemorating Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem. The celebrations have a rich mix of religious and cultural traditions that vary by region but often include attending a special Mass where olive and palm branches are blessed… Continue reading

  • SCHIACCIATA

    SCHIACCIATA

    This is a simple Tuscan loaf served deliciously warm from the oven and dripping in olive oil. 2 1/2 tsp. (1 envelope) Active Dry Yeast1/2 C. Lukewarm Water (110 degrees F) 1/2 tsp. Sugar2 1/2 C. Flour – plain1/2 tsp. Salt5 Tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil – for drizzling1/2 C. Cold WaterCoarse Salt – for… Continue reading

  • DEEP DISH CHICKEN POT PIE

    This is a great way to use up rotisserie chicken. CRUST: 1 Lg. Egg – separated2 C. Flour2/3 C. Butter – cold, cubed5-6 Tbsp. Cold Water – dividedPinch of Salt In a small bowl beat egg yolk with 2 tablespoons water.  In a large bowl combine flour and salt, cut in the butter until crumbly. Gradually… Continue reading

  • BOCCA della VERITA

    BOCCA della VERITA

    Mouth of Truth The Mouth of truth is an ancient Roman marble sculpture in Rome said to be created in 1512 by Lucas van Leyden and is located against the left wall of the portico of the Santa maria in Comedin Church, although some stories relate it to going back to the 1400’s. It is… Continue reading

  • A SIMPLE SPINACH PIE

    A SIMPLE SPINACH PIE

    A crustless creamy tart perfect as an appetizer. 1 lb Ricotta Cheese – well drained3 Tbsp. Butter1/2 C. Parmesan or Romano Cheese – freshly grated2 Eggs – well beaten1/4 tsp. Nutmeg – or tp taste14 oz.-1 lb Fresh Spinach – stems removed1/2 C. Onion – finely chopped3 Tbsp. Fresh Basil – minced1 Egg White –… Continue reading

  • Impossible Lemon Pie

    Impossible Lemon Pie

    WELCOME APRIL Showers and all! April, the fourth month of the year, gets its name from the Latin word “aperire,” meaning “to open,” referencing the blossoming of nature in spring. It’s a month with a rich history and various events and is associated with the zodiac signs Aries and Taurus, along with the diamond birthstone. It is… Continue reading

  • Lemon Chicken Scallopini in Creamy Garlic Sauce

    Lemon Chicken Scallopini in Creamy Garlic Sauce

    Scallopini, or “scaloppine” in Italian, is a classic Italian dish that features thinly sliced meat, typically veal, although variations using chicken or pork are also common. This dish is rooted in the Italian culinary tradition but interestingly has some French culinary influences, which is a combination of butter, white wine, and sometimes capers for a… Continue reading

  • FAVA alla PECORINO

    FAVA alla PECORINO

    2 lbs. Fava Beans – removed from pods2 Garlic Cloves – sliced3 tsp. Olive OilSalt and Freshly Ground Pepper3 oz. Pecorino Cheese – crumbled1 Tbsp. Red Wine Vinegar1 Tbsp. Fresh Basil – torn Remove the beans from the pods and put them in a pot of water in which they are covered by 2 inches… Continue reading

  • Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in Italy

    Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in Italy

    While many of us associate St. Patrick’s Day celebrations with green beer, Irish music and corned beef and cabbage here in our own United States, it is fun to know that this day is also celebrated in Italy.  Expats from Ireland and the US have even created a tradition of Irish celebrations across Italy.  Some cities go… Continue reading