Tag Archives: Christmas

Christmas Cookie Ornaments – Almond Shortbread Cookies

by chefbikeski Posted on December 2, 2012

All across my travels in Italy, I see breads and sweets designed to please the eye as well as the palate. From the intricate marzipan of Sicily to the care the gelato vendors in Sirmione take to display their wares … Continue reading →

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Christmas Lasagna – Lasagna da Fornel: Not your ordinary lasagna!

by chefbikeski Posted on December 16, 2011

Another traditional Christmas dish from Northeastern Italy intrigued me the moment I discovered it, but it is quite unexpected, and I was unsure of how it would go over with American palates. I’ve made it a couple of times now, … Continue reading →

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Warning: Bombardino May Cause an Early End to your Ski Day

by chefbikeski Posted on December 13, 2011

Bombardino is an egg nog based drink that is very popular in the cold climates, especially for those enjoying a ski holiday in Northeastern Italy. This is a perfect drink for sipping apres ski in Val Gardena, or to warm … Continue reading →

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Gubana – Traditional Italian Christmas in Friuli-Venezia Giulia

by chefbikeski Posted on December 10, 2011

One example of traditional Christmas holiday food with deep-seated cultural roots in a specific region is the Gubana. A cake of sweet leavened dough, heavy with a filling of dried fruits and nuts. Depending upon the source, Gubana originated … Continue reading →

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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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Tag Archives: Christmas

Christmas Cookie Ornaments – Almond Shortbread Cookies

Christmas Lasagna – Lasagna da Fornel: Not your ordinary lasagna!

Warning: Bombardino May Cause an Early End to your Ski Day

Gubana – Traditional Italian Christmas in Friuli-Venezia Giulia

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

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