October is Italian-American Heritage Month, and as an Italian-American on my mother's side, I'm proud of my heritage and all of the many contributions Italian-Americans have made in shaping and developing our cherished nation.
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Read more…Food and travel writer Kat Burrington (TravelWithKat.com) will talk about her cooking holiday experience tomorrow. Besides talking about the authentic Italian food she created and tasted in Tuscany, she will also give useful advice for solo traveller
In this edition, I delve into the wonders of Microplane Kitchen tools, that are designed for maximum efficiency for all your culinary tasks.
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Read more…Continued culinary palate discoveries...above is the Eataly Chicago Octopus Salad, which was served at the recent Expo Milano 2015 presentation.
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Read more…Although we have fantastic malbec wine, we also have a huge mountain in our back yard, crazy gauchos and trick ponies, white water adventure, and tango. Wow .. beat the snow come to our vineyard/farm B&B. We'll keep you busy.. www.fincaogawa.com
Read more…Using the best prepping implements and recipes that call for only the freshest of ingredients are key to preparing successful dinner recipes that are a departure from the normal routine.
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Read more…More recipes, insight and tips to keep your healthy cooking goals on track.
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Read more…Here is an article available on our blog about Cognac and its not-so-known-relative Armagnac. Important information for the brandy enthusiast with health benefits. Please visit and share any information you may have.
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More product reviews, taste experiences and adaptations.
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Read more…My latest article includes information on the recent Housewares Show, plus a number of reviews of food and prep products tested in my home kitchen.
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Read more…Jellyfish is an outstanding pan-Asian restaurant that's in the heart of Chicago's trendy Goldcoast area. A definite feast for all of the senses!
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Read more…I recently had the pleasure of attending some diverse culinary experiences that included hands-on cooking sessions and observational demonstrations. In each of these experiences, I learned a great deal about cooking and techniques, including how q
Read more…Sometimes a restaurant find right in your backyard turns out to be a pleasant find. This latest review feature is all about one of the Carrabba's Italian Grill national franchises, located in Woodridge, IL. Read all about their "First Tastes Menu"
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There is more to life in Puerto Vallarta. than a day at the beach. As the sun sets and you down your last margarita and trade in your beach towel for more hedonistic options, you just might be caught off guard. Puerto Vallarta also offers a vibran
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A great recipe for the gourmand. Head to La Truffe Sauvage in Lake Charles, Louisiana for a world-class dinner served with wine from its large international collection. Try one of Chef Mohamed Chettouh's specialties – Stuffed Pheasant Breast. He is
The long-awaited opening of the Cooking School at Chicago's Eataly under the guidance of legendary and esteemed Chef Lidia Bastianich, Dean of La Scuola Di Eataly Chicago included a four course menu with wine pairings and plenty of Q & A. Delicious
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It's apple harvest time, and it's another crisp Saturday night on Calle Gascona (below right) in downtown Oviedo, an old university city that's the genteel, postcard-pretty capital of emerald-green Asturias in north Spain, with happy-faced students
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