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Travel
Here Comes La Madonna!
No, Madonna is not arriving in Assisi but La Madonna is – or so the children believe. As darkness creeps…
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Entrees
Borlotti/Farro Soup
As the wood stove chugs away the chilly days, the wood stove top is perfect for simmering soups like Borlotti/Farro…
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Food & Wine
Chestnuts, New Wine and Rural Lore
The Chapel dedicated to St. Martin and frescoed by Simone Martini in the 14th century is certainly one of the…
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Appetizers
Pears, Prosciutto, Parsley, and More: A Tasty Antipasto Recipe
A delectable new cheese now tempts customers at our favorite local caseificio (“cheeese-maker” or a place where cheeses are made…
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History & culture
Italy Unites for Assisi’s Feast of St. Francis
Il 4 ottobre si celebra la festa di San Francesco, il ‘poverello di Assisi’ e santo tra i più amati…
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Entrees
A Spaghetti Sauce Trio: Eggplants, Tomatoes and Ricotta
The freshly-made ricotta from our favorite caseficio inspired this pasta recipe. It’s easy, simple and buonissimo. Spaghetti alla Ricotta e…
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Travel
Saintly Gelati of Bolsena
Patron saint and early Christian martyr, Santa Cristina, reigns in Bolsena (Lazio) – in unexpected ways. Wandering through the Basilica di…
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Entrees
Recipes for an Umbrian Summer
There’s nothing simpler to make, and nothing tastier, than a fresh tomato sauce. Just about any Italian restaurant will serve…
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Travel
The Island of Ventotene: An Essential Checklist
La meravigliosa isola di Ventotene, situata al largo della costa tra Lazio e Campania, è una lingua allungata di soli…
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Desserts
Strawberry Tiramisu
Ingredients (for 8 people):1 ½ C. Fresh ricotta1 ½ C. Mascarpone6 – 8 Eggs1 qt. Very ripe strawberries or substitute…
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