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Lebkuchen – Gingerbread Cookies from Sudtirol

by chefbikeski Posted on December 20, 2016

Lebkuchen is a traditional German baked Christmas treat, similar to gingerbread. It is a classic Chrismas treat in the Trentino-Alto Adige region of Italy, reflecting the area’s history as part the Austrian-Hungarian Empire until after World War I. The ancestor … Continue reading →

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Eggs in Italy – Why Is the Yolk Orange?

by chefbikeski Posted on December 4, 2016

Even the most ordinary of foods can seem special and of higher quality when we experience them in Italy. A question asked over breakfast, as one of our guests cracks open a lovely soft boiled egg and is presented with … Continue reading →

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Bistecca alla Fiorentina – Tuscany’s Great Steak Dinner

by chefbikeski Posted on November 27, 2016

A culinary highlight of our Tuscany cycling and walking tours is not necessarily what one would expect in Italy – an amazing steak dinner – Bistecca alla Fiorentina. A classic dish of this region, this thick cut large steak is … Continue reading →

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Wines for Thanksgiving – Pairing Italian Wines with your Turkey Feast

by chefbikeski Posted on November 20, 2016

This uniquely American holiday embraces the same traditions as Italians keep during their numerous festivals and feast days – gathering family and friends to observe the day with a celebratory meal of dishes that reflect the history of their families … Continue reading →

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Tagliolini con il Tartufo – Tagliolini with Truffles

by chefbikeski Posted on November 6, 2016

One of the most sought-after delicacies of Italy is the truffle. We are fortunate enough to be in truffle producing regions on many of our Italy cycling tours and walking adventures, be it central Italy in Umbria or the northern … Continue reading →

Posted in Pasta, Travel, Umbria, Uncategorized, Veneto | Tagged Bike and Wine tours, cooking classes, culinary bike tours, culinary bike trips, Italian cuisine, Italiaoutdoors, Italy hiking trips, Northern Italy, pasta, private bike trips, Recipe, tagliolini, tartufo, Travel, truffle, umbria, Veneto | Leave a comment

Italian Food, Wine, and Travel

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Category Archives: Travel

Lebkuchen – Gingerbread Cookies from Sudtirol

Eggs in Italy – Why Is the Yolk Orange?

Bistecca alla Fiorentina – Tuscany’s Great Steak Dinner

Wines for Thanksgiving – Pairing Italian Wines with your Turkey Feast

Tagliolini con il Tartufo – Tagliolini with Truffles

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