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Vignaioli Contra Soarda Winery in Bassano del Grappa, Veneto

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

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

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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Tour of Prosecco DOCG Region

We here at Italiaoudoors are planning a couple of bike and wine tours in 2012 that will include rides through the Prosecco region. This lovely area of the Veneto lies in the foothills of the Alps, with ancient terraced vineyards … Continue reading

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Wine Tasting – Alto Adige Muri-Gries Lagrein 2009

I’ve been finalizing itineraries for our 2012 Italiaoutdoors bike tours, and we’re offering a couple of Bike the Wine Road tours. One I am really looking forward to is biking the Strada del Vino in Alto Adige down to Trentino. … Continue reading

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