Tag Archives: Italian Food

Orzotto con Funghi e Rucola

Northern Italy is well-known for its wide variety of risotto dishes made from the wonderful indigenous rices. But we can apply the same techniques to other grains, many of which are nutritionally superior to rice. In Italian, barley is “orzo”, … Continue reading

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Colli Berici DOC Wines – our next stop, with Chef Susan Regis!

Located in the rolling volcanic hills just south of Vicenza, the Colli Berici DOC has been in the business of producing wines for thousands of years, but remains unfamiliar to many outside of the Veneto region. Traces of grape cultivation … Continue reading

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Buckwheat Polenta with Mushrooms and Poached Egg

Polenta, typically made with corn meal, is a traditional dish from the Veneto region. It has many variations, from a soft side dish served with meats and fish, to a firmer texture that can be grilled or broiled. During our … Continue reading

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Radicchio and Arugula Salad

Radicchio, a member of the chicory family, was first introduced to the Republic of Venice from Asia around 1400. It began to be cultivated fairly extensively in the region, but it served primarily as animal fodder, and the roots were … Continue reading

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Apres Ski – Apple Crisp and a Few Stretches

Apples are grown in both the Veneto and Trentino regions, but are considered to be the queen of the land in Trentino. Apple orchards wind their way across Italy’s northeast area, from Val Sugana, continuing along the Adige Valley and … Continue reading

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