Tag Archives: Wine

Sarde in Saor – Classic Venetian Cuisine

by chefbikeski Posted on October 19, 2016

This July, we began a private walking tour in the magical city of Venice. Famous for its canals, the Republic of Venice has a fascinating history as a major maritime and economic power for hundreds of years. Exploring the history, … Continue reading →

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Elena Walch Castel Ringberg – Amazing Wines in a Spectacular Setting

by chefbikeski Posted on August 11, 2016

A favorite destination for our custom hiking tours and private bike tours in Italy is the region of Trentino Alto Adige. The terrain accommodates all types of cyclists or trekkers – from flat well maintained bike paths to some of … Continue reading →

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Quaglie con Ciliegie – Quail with Cherries

by chefbikeski Posted on June 7, 2016

May and June is cherry season in Italy, and during our cycling tours we’ve been spotting cherry trees laden with fruit from Trentino down throughout the Veneto. I’ve written earlier about the renowned cherries of Marostica, but what makes the … Continue reading →

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Moeche Fritte – Fried Soft Shell Crabs of Venice

by chefbikeski Posted on May 24, 2016

On our recent cooking class our hosts delivered a very special seasonal treat as we worked – a plate of hot moeche fritte, fried soft shell crabs. These unique crabs are a seasonal Venetian treat, as they are in the … Continue reading →

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Carciofini con Grana Padano – Baby Artichokes with Grana Cheese

by chefbikeski Posted on May 4, 2016

Just northeast of Venice lies the island of Sant’Erasmo – half the size of Venice, with many canals, but with 60 resident farmers out of 850 total population. On a visit to Venice’s Rialto market, a highlight of our walking … Continue reading →

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