Tag Archives: Bike and Wine tours

Cassoeula – Braised Pork and Cabbage from Lombardia

by chefbikeski Posted on November 18, 2014

The region of Lombardia lies in northern Italy, sharing a border with Switzerland to the north, Piedmont to the west, the Veneto and Trentino-Alto Adige to the east, and Emilia-Romagna to the south. We are designing a private cycling tour … Continue reading →

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Gnocchi alla Ricotta Su Pure di Zucca – Ricotta Gnocchi on Pumpkin Puree

by chefbikeski Posted on November 2, 2014

I am just back from Italy, closing out our season with a private cycling tour. After our guests leave, I usually spend a few days exploring and researching destinations for future tours. Next season we are hosting a private group … Continue reading →

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Cantina Rotaliana – Teroldego Rotaliana Wine from Trentino

by chefbikeski Posted on October 25, 2014

One of the most interesting, and for me the most rewarding, hallmarks of our Bike the Wine Roads tours in Italy is to introduce the unique varietals found in Italy. The Italian wine landscape is amazingly diverse, with over 350 … Continue reading →

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Strudel di Funghi – Mushroom Strudel

by chefbikeski Posted on October 20, 2014

Mushrooms are cultivated, found wild, and used in the cuisines of both Veneto and Trentino-Alto Adige. I’ve just returned from a month visiting both areas, and feasted on many seasonal dishes showcasing the local varieties. Wild mushrooms have been prized … Continue reading →

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Semifreddo di Pesche ed Amaretti – Peach and Amaretti Semifreddo

by chefbikeski Posted on September 8, 2014

I’ve enjoyed some wonderful semifreddo desserts in Italy, and when I make them at home, they are always a hit, and surprisingly simple. I am traveling back to Italy shortly for a few private tours, as well as our Bike … Continue reading →

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