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  • LA BEFANA AND THE FEAST OF THE EPIPHANY

    (In our house better known as the Feast Day of the 3 Kings and Little Christmas) January 6th is known as the Epiphany across many parts of the world, but for Italian children its main significance is the celebration known as “La Befana”. Traditionally, this is the day that an elderly, witchlike woman visits houses,… Continue reading

  • NEW YEAR’S EVE IN ITALY

    NEW YEAR’S EVE IN ITALY

    “Anno Nuovo, Vita Nuovo” is the greeting that is traditionally exchanged at midnight! New Year’s Eve in Italy also goes by many names, one of which is La Festa di San Silvestro and in Italy normally huge dinners are the norm along with many other traditions. Some Italians rent houses in the countryside to celebrate… Continue reading

  • LASAGNA MARINARA

    Not your typical meat filled lasagna, and not your cheese filled. This is surprisingly filled with a variety of fish! LASAGNA 1 BOX (16 ounces) LASAGNA NOODLES1 ½ LBS COOKED FISH – your favorite, such as cod, sea bass, monk fish, crabmeat, lobster meat or shrimp, all cut into bite size pieces or chunks 1… Continue reading

  • ARANCINI RICE CASSEROLE

    An easy to make casserole with the great taste of Sicilian Rice Balls when I don’t have time to make traditional Arancini. 1 LB GROUND BEEF 3 CUPS ARBORIO RICE 2 EGGS – beaten 1 TB OLIVE OIL 3 CUPS TOMATO SAUCE – or more as needed 1 CUP PEAS – frozen, allow to defrost… Continue reading

  • Happy Boxing Day

    What is the history of Boxing Day? According to the Encyclopedia Britannica, the custom arose because servants, who would have to wait on their masters on Christmas Day, were allowed to visit their families the next day and employers would give them boxes to take home containing gifts, bonuses and, sometimes, leftover food. While here… Continue reading

  • Merry Christmas to All!

    Merry Christmas to All!

    “And the angel said unto them,Fear not, for behold, I bringyou good tidings of great joy,which shall be to all people.For unto you is born, this dayIn the city of David, a Savior,which is Christ the Lord.” Wishing you Christmas Blessings! I WAS PLEASANTY. SURPRISED, BUT VERY PLEASED, TO SEE A DOG FIGURE AS PART… Continue reading

  • Christmas for our family!

    Christmas for our family!

    In our home, Christmas is so much more than just a meal — it’s a beautiful two-day celebration steeped in Italian traditions that have been lovingly passed down through the generations. Each dish we prepare comes with its own sweet story and special place in our hearts. Christmas Eve, for us, is a time for… Continue reading

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    A LITTLE GOOSE STORY Despite the fact that it’s a prized turkey that Scrooge sends a little street urchin to buy at the end of A Christmas Carol, goose was the original centerpiece on the Cratchit’s menu as shown to Scrooge by the Ghost of Christmas Present since turkey was too expensive to be considered. In Victorian… Continue reading

  • BIS NONNO’S CHRISTMAS EVE DINNER

    BIS NONNO’S CHRISTMAS EVE DINNER

    (Some dishes are so tied to tradition that it wouldn’t be the holiday without them.) 3 Tbs Olive Oil – to coat bottom of large pot 1 Large Onion – roughly chopped 1 Medium Carrot – finely chopped 1 Celery Stalk – finely chopped 1 Bay Leaf 1 Large Lobster or 2 Chicken Lobsters –… Continue reading

  • CHRISTMAS IS COMING AND IT’S TIME FOR A LITTLE FUN

    CHRISTMAS IS COMING AND IT’S TIME FOR A LITTLE FUN

    At Christmas….our hearts growtender with childhoodmemories and loveof kindred, and weare better throughoutthe year for havingthe spirit to becomea child again,at Christmastime! Laura Ingalls Wilder This is a hectic time of the year so I thought you would like this charming little tune to  sing while sitting at home with friends or family. It is… Continue reading