Category Archives: Travel

Rattatuia – Ratatouille from Liguria

by chefbikeski Posted on November 25, 2017

I am off to Liguria next week, to discover the best locales for our new Liguria and Cinque Terre walking tour. As I prepare for each tour, I research extensively the local cuisine. This dish is a prime example of … Continue reading →

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Insalata di Porcini Crudo – Raw Porcini Mushroom Salad

by chefbikeski Posted on October 21, 2017

Mushroom hunting was once an important source of sustenance in many regions of Italy, from the Veneto to Tuscany to Umbria to Liguria. Many Italians today still forage wild mushrooms, with local communities in each region working to keep this … Continue reading →

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What is Chianti? Exploring Italian Wines with Italiaoutdoors

by chefbikeski Posted on August 24, 2017

We are off next month on a private bike and wine tour in Tuscany, where we will enjoy panoramic views of the lovely landscape of this region while we explore Tuscany’s best wine areas. Tuscany, and its largest wine zone … Continue reading →

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Cotechino in Umido con Fagioli di Posina – Cotechino Sausage with Beans

by chefbikeski Posted on August 9, 2017

Exploring the local cuisine of the regions we visit on our walking tours and cycling tours in Italy is an important part of creating an authentic Italy experience. No tourist menus, no spaghetti and meat balls. Italians pride themselves on … Continue reading →

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