Italian Food and Drink

To Italian food lovers, it seems there is nothing more palatable than the idea of local Mediterranean food. The Hudson Valley,  is lucky to have such a restaurant as Gigi since 2001 which offers a seasonally changing Italian menu using…

I have prepared and shared a plethora of Italian pasta dishes in the last three-plus-years on this site.  I have experimented with homemade gnocchi and gnudi before- but one thing that has alluded me was making fresh homemade pasta. Perhaps…

One of the things I love so much about Italy is how Italians cook.  They prepare dishes from seasonal foods while making use of everything they have.  They don’t waste food and they have smart, creative ways to make use…

It would be hard to imagine a trip to Florence without taking advantage of the amazing selection of wine the city has to offer.  Since Florence is the capital of the Tuscany region, you’ll find many wine bars in Florence…

We interrupt our normal Travel Photo Friday schedule to bring you something a bit more sinful and delicious today. Yep, that’s right.  It’s World Nutella Day! I have always been a fan of Nutella, but it wasn’t until a few…

The Internet, blogs and video have made arm-chair travelers the world over very happy people indeed. It is easier than ever to make virtual visits all over the globe.  But nothing beats good old-fashioned book readin’. Descriptions in many books allow…

Many of  you may know Judy Witts, otherwise known as the Divina Cucina.  But, do you really know her? Judy lives in Tuscany and her live revolves around food.  Cooking food, teaching classes about food, shopping for food, etc. In…

I am a self-confessed wino. I know a thing or two about wine and have mostly been sticking to budget French and Italian wines, with a penchant for reds. But I dabble. I am not one who is an expert…

  Roasting tomatoes is so very easy- and it gives them a delicious sweet flavor!   The process couldn't be simpler, really.  And roasted tomatoes make a perfect pasta topping when you are looking for something quick! Start with a…