Category Archives: Vegetables

Spiedini di Seppie e Finocchi – Squid Skewers with Fennel and Citrus

by chefbikeski Posted on August 15, 2013

Anticipating our upcoming Bike the Wine Roads of Umbria cycling tour, I am reading a new book on this lovely region, “Umbria: A Cultural History” by Jonathan Boardman. A very readable overview of the fascinating culture and history of the … Continue reading →

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Risotto with Zucchini, Squash Blossoms and Prosecco

by chefbikeski Posted on July 19, 2013

Summer is here, and zucchini is at every stall in my local farmer’s market and farm stand. But where, I wonder, are the blossoms? In Italy, these are as prevalent and the squash itself, but I can’t find them here. … Continue reading →

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White Asparagus of Bassano del Grappa

by chefbikeski Posted on April 30, 2013

One of our favorite towns to visit on our cycling tours is the beautiful historic Pre Alps town of Bassano del Grappa. Our spring trips in the area give us the opportunity to indulge in the area’s renowned white asparagus, … Continue reading →

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Pane di Zucca

by chefbikeski Posted on April 7, 2013

For a couple of weeks now I have been staring at my last winter pumpkin, waiting for some inspiration to determine it’s fate. After my travels last year to Ferrara, the “City of Squash Eaters”, I covered a sformato recipe … Continue reading →

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Acquacotta – A Traditional Tuscan Soup You Can Make Today!

by chefbikeski Posted on March 24, 2013

My search for subject for my blog post this week began with a delivery of fresh duck eggs from a friend. I’ve been preparing them all week in frittatas, and I’ve already covered duck egg pasta in a previous post. … Continue reading →

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Category Archives: Vegetables

Spiedini di Seppie e Finocchi – Squid Skewers with Fennel and Citrus

Risotto with Zucchini, Squash Blossoms and Prosecco

White Asparagus of Bassano del Grappa

Pane di Zucca

Acquacotta – A Traditional Tuscan Soup You Can Make Today!

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