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The Wines of Umbria

by chefbikeski Posted on September 27, 2013

We are off on our next tour this week, our Bike the Wine Roads of Umbria tour. So as I plan tastings and winery visits, it seems like the perfect time to produce a brief primer on the wines of … Continue reading →

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Brasato di Maiale con Fagioli – Braised Pork with Beans

by chefbikeski Posted on September 16, 2013

The regions of Tuscany and Umbria are considered the “Heart of Italy”, lying as they do in the geographic middle of the country. Adjacent to each other, their cuisines are quite similar. Simple, country cooking; not a lot of ingredients. … Continue reading →

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Torta al Testo con Ricotta, Salsiccia e Cicoria

by chefbikeski Posted on September 3, 2013

We are on our way to Umbria soon, on our next Bike the Wine Roads cycling tour, and I am looking forward to enjoying some of Umbria’s unique style of pizza along our route. Called torta al testo, torta meaning … Continue reading →

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Spiedini di Pesce Spada con Pesto di Peperoni

by chefbikeski Posted on August 25, 2013

Last week’s post was on a spiedini recipe I was developing for a cooking class. I had a large group attending, and it was great fun to gather around a central island and chat as we made 4 different types … Continue reading →

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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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Tag Archives: Italy hiking trips

The Wines of Umbria

Brasato di Maiale con Fagioli – Braised Pork with Beans

Torta al Testo con Ricotta, Salsiccia e Cicoria

Spiedini di Pesce Spada con Pesto di Peperoni

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

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