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Holy Thursday and Baked Fish with Tomatoes
MAUNDY THURSDAY At every Catholic Mass we attend we hear these solemn words “on the night He was betrayed” and rightfully so because this night is Holy Thursday. It is part of Holy Week and devoutly celebrated in Italy because for Catholics it is one of the most important nights in all of history for Continue reading
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CARNEVALE & FAGIOLATA (Bean Stew)
The days before Ash Wednesday are eagerly awaited throughout Italy and every village and town will be deep in preparations to celebrate this annual event known as “Carnevale”. Each “Carnevale” has a very distinct character because it celebrates that town or village’s own historical connections. Many of the larger cities are very well known and Continue reading
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Welcome to Ancora!
A blog for your favorite Italian recipes, stories, and all things Italy. Welcome Friends to ANCORA: Italian Cooking and More! It has been said that a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. And so it must follow that my journey into this new adventure must begin with a single word and Continue reading
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