Tag Archives: Recipe

Trofie con Pesto alla Genovese – Trofie Pasta with Pesto, Potatoes and Beans

by chefbikeski Posted on February 1, 2018

Italy is home to many spectacular destinations, but Liguria and Cinque Terre certainly rank towards the top. We spend a week exploring this amazing region on our Liguiria and Cinque Terre walking tours, feasting on seafood and pesto and focaccia. … Continue reading →

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Agnolotti del Plin – Piedmont’s Favorite Stuffed Pasta

by chefbikeski Posted on January 19, 2018

I recently returned to the lovely Italy region of Piedmont to continue to research for our Barolo Walk and Wine Piedmont Walking tour. I recall my very first trip to the region, and my first taste of the local stuffed … Continue reading →

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Pansotti al Preboggion con Salsa di Noci

by chefbikeski Posted on December 16, 2017

I’ve just returned from a very productive (and very enjoyable) scouting trip to Italy. We are including the Italian Riviera and Cinque Terre to our tour offerings, and are excited to share yet another wonderful Italy destination with our clients. … Continue reading →

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Rattatuia – Ratatouille from Liguria

by chefbikeski Posted on November 25, 2017

I am off to Liguria next week, to discover the best locales for our new Liguria and Cinque Terre walking tour. As I prepare for each tour, I research extensively the local cuisine. This dish is a prime example of … Continue reading →

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Insalata di Porcini Crudo – Raw Porcini Mushroom Salad

by chefbikeski Posted on October 21, 2017

Mushroom hunting was once an important source of sustenance in many regions of Italy, from the Veneto to Tuscany to Umbria to Liguria. Many Italians today still forage wild mushrooms, with local communities in each region working to keep this … Continue reading →

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