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Seven Fishes – Myth or Tradition? And What Christmas Food Was Inspired by a Navel?

by chefbikeski Posted on December 5, 2011

The Christmas season is upon us, and once again, Italian foodies here in the US are planning their Feast of the Seven Fishes for Christmas Eve. Italian restaurants are announcing their version of it for their December menu special, Saveur … Continue reading →

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Apple Risotto

by chefbikeski Posted on November 4, 2011

I have found versions of this recipe in the cuisines of both Trentino and Fruili-Venezia Giulia, two regions we explore on our Italiaoutdoors private Italy tours. Apple orchards wind their way across Italy’s northeast area, from Val Sugana, continuing along … Continue reading →

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Vignaioli Contra Soarda Winery in Bassano del Grappa, Veneto

by chefbikeski Posted on November 1, 2011

During my last visit to Italy, I had the pleasure of an extended visit at Vignaioli Contra Soarda, outside of Bassano del Grappa. This wine maker has been on my list to check out for some time, having had numerous … Continue reading →

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Strangolapreti con Salvia – Trentino ‘Priest Stranglers’ Gnocchi

by chefbikeski Posted on October 29, 2011

This type of gnocchi, made from stale bread rather than potatoes, is a traditional dish of the Trento area, the capital of the region of Trentino. This dish was traditionally served on Fridays, when religious restrictions forbade the consumption of … Continue reading →

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Bolzano – Great Food and Wine In Sudtirol

by chefbikeski Posted on October 25, 2011

Bolzano is the capital of the province of Alto Adige (South Tyrol or Sudtirol) in Italy. Originally a Roman settlement, after the fall of the Roman Empire, immigrants arrived from Barvaria to the north, and it has been settled by … Continue reading →

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Category Archives: Travel

Seven Fishes – Myth or Tradition? And What Christmas Food Was Inspired by a Navel?

Apple Risotto

Vignaioli Contra Soarda Winery in Bassano del Grappa, Veneto

Strangolapreti con Salvia – Trentino ‘Priest Stranglers’ Gnocchi

Bolzano – Great Food and Wine In Sudtirol

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