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Walk and Wine in the Veneto – Prà Soave and Valpolicella

The Soave DOC zone is located in the hills surrounding the town of Soave, a beautiful walled town that is our launching point for our Italiaoutdoors Food and Wine Amarone Walk and Wine tour. The vineyards lie in the Tramigna, … Continue reading

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Sformato di Parmigiano with Caramelized Pears

We indulge in many wonderful Italian specialties with guests on our private walking and cycling tours in Italy, but one that always generates lots of discussion is Parmigiano Reggiano cheese – primarily because it can be found back home in … Continue reading

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Walk and Wine in Tuscany – Podere Le Ripi

Our Italiaoutdoors Tuscany Walk and Wine tour is an immersion into the history, natural beauty, culture and cuisine of two of Tuscany’s finest wine zones, Montepulciano and Montalcino. One of the truly unique destinations on our daily walks is Podere … Continue reading

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Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale – The Real Deal Balsamic Vinegar

  Balsamic vinegar is one of Italy’s best-known contributions to the culinary world, and is now a basic condiment found in many kitchens here in the US. It is common all over Italy, we find it at every table in … Continue reading

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Prosciutto di Parma – the King of Hams

The region of Emilia-Romagna is arguably one of Italy’s best for gourmets, producing some of the most recognizable foods of Italy, from Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese to Prosciutto di Parma to authentic Balsamic Vinegar. So how to follow the King of Cheeses? … Continue reading

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