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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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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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Merotto Prosecco – Bareta Brut and Cuvee del Fondatore

The Merotto Winery is located in the heart of the Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG production zone, known for its famous quality proseccos. In these Alpine foothills,  the vineyards of Giovanni Merotto are located in a ring of hills surrounding … Continue reading

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Val d’Oca Cantina Produttori di Valdobbiadene

I’ve just returned from Italy, where we hosted our Italiaoutdoors September Chefs on Bikes tour. A great time, fantastic weather, good company and lots of great food and wines. After our guests left, I spent a wonderful couple of days … Continue reading

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