An Ode to Coffee and Caffe Frullato (Coffee Milkshake)
copyright 2014 Art of Living, PrimaMedia Inc. My energy drink of choice is coffee..espresso that is.... and now that summer is here there are many other ways to enjoy this…
Recipe for Tramezzini | A Roman Holiday Inspired Staycation
copyright 2014 Art of Living, PrimaMedia, Inc./Maria Liberati The official start to the unofficial beginning of summer is finally here..."as tasty as summer's first peach" my favorite saying comes…
Cetara's Ancient Sauce | Colatura di Alici (Garum)
copyright 2014 Art of Living,PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati So continuing on my trip through Amalfi and filming of the first episode of my new PBS TV show.. the story I want to…
Experience Lemons from Amalfi and Lemon Ricotta Braided Bread
copyright 2014 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria LiberatiWhen life gives you lemons..you know how the saying goes….One particular thing I forgot to highlight from my last blog post while filming my…
Thanks Amalfi, Positano, Ravello
Thanks to the Costiera Amalfitana for all their help in organizing filming for the first episode of my new PBS TV Series… here are some photos from the filming…. Grazie…
An Italian Easter, Getting Ready for Easter Bread
copyright 2014 art of living, PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati Colorful Easter eggs and breads of all shapes,sizes and flavors add to the festive sights and sounds of the Holiday here …..but... While…
Foodie Spots in Seattle | Quintessential Gourmet Tuscan Spice Blend
copyright 2014 Art of Living,PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati Special Thanks to Quintessential Gourmet in Seattle Washington who is now carrying The Basic Art of Italian Cooking by Maria Liberati tm…
Almond Passover Cake | Perfect For Spring
“You can cut all the flowers but you cannot keep spring from coming. ~ Pablo Neruda I love Holidays ..especially Spring Holidays..it's like we are waking up…
Whip Up a Bianco Da Mangiare Pudding Welcome Spring
copyright 2014 Art of living,PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati Spring is quickly approaching, St Patrick’s Day….. St Joseph’s Day (March 19th) and we are well on our way to the tastes of Spring.…
Carnevale with Mozart | Frittelle Di Mele (Fried Apple)
(photo credits en.wikipedia.org) Experiencing a colorful Carnevale in Venice with the memories of Mozart in this Letter to his wife who was in Salzburg, at date of this letter from…
Strawberries with Green Tea, Honey and Basil | Tastes of Spring
One must ask children and birds how cherries and strawberries taste Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Ingredients 7 basil leaves 1 pound of strawberries 1 teaspoon of orange honey…
How To Make An Espresso Martini
Posting this recipe for an espresso martini by request..Of course coffee had to make it into a martini sooner or later for coffee fanatics.. Espresso Martini…
Tomato and Mozzarella Appetizer | Academy Awards
copyright 2014, Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati Besides the beautiful scenery, my favorite part of the Oscar winning film of the past, Mediterraneo, (a charming film about a group…
Torta Di Pere (Dark Chocolate Pear Torte) | Innamorata
Innamorata copyright, 2010, Maria Liberati I am in love with the sun ... it gives me warmth I am in love with the wind... it caresses me I am in…
Caffe Principessa (Princess Coffee) Cocktail | How To Celebrate the Roman Festival of Terminalia
February 23rd marks the Roman festival- Terminalia- celebrated in honor of the God Terminus, who presided over property/land boundaries. February 23rd also happened to be the last day of the…
Rossini Cocktail Perfect for Valentines' Day | Travels in Terni and the History of St. Valentine
Join my Valentine’s day Webinar at www.Bigmarker.com, webinar is scheduled for Friday, February 14th at 2 PM EST-see you then! I claim there ain't Another Saint As great as…
Lasagne alla Melanzane (Eggplant Lasagna) | Why Love Is The Best Ingredient
copyright 2014 Maria Liberati/Art of Living,PrimaMedia,Inc. "A torta (cake) made with love always bakes perfect and delicious!”.. one of our dinner guests recounted how she made a cake for her…
Join Maria Liberati's Lifestyle Community at BigMarker.com
Become one of Maria's VIP Guests as she invites you into her Italian and American kitchens. You've been invited to join the Maria Liberati's Lifestyle community. You'll have exclusive access…
How to Sunday Dinner! How Things Change, How They Stay the Same
copyright 2014 Maria Liberati/Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc A house is at its’ most beautiful when filled with guests ..today’s Sunday dinner, with a house full of people reminded me of the…
Monte Bianco and a Long Lost Schiacciapatate
copyright 2014 Maria Liberati/Art of Living,PrimaMedia,Inc (photo from it.wikipedia.org) …beginning to look forward to Spring… but some winter experiences still to be had…… The things that are expected…
Buona La Befana and Quite a Royal Torte | Torta Principe Eugenio (Prince Eugenio’s Cake)
copyright 2014 Maria Liberati/Art of Living, PrimaMedia, Inc. La Befana is here or as tradition goes she did 'fly in on her broomstick’ sometime before dawn this morning, the…
Minestra di Farro | Soup Warms the Soul
Only the pure in heart can make a good soup Ludwig Von Beethoven copyright 2014 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati Warm and steaming hot are my 2 favorite ways…
From Venice to Vienna | Celebrating The New Year with Food and Music
Text copyright 2014 Maria Liberati/Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc A relaxing New Year Celebration as I like it..filled with music and food ..food and music… in the kitchen on TV -the…
Cassola Cioccolata (Chocolate Cassola) | Seneca's Ancient Roman Philosophy
copyright 2013 Maria Liberati/Art of Living, PrimaMedia,In “I am like a book, with pages that have stuck together for want of use. My mind needs unpacking and the truth stored…
Santo Stefano, Christmas Leftovers, and Nativity Scenes
And the week continues on as one long Festa..today is Santo Stefano ( Saint Stephen).. this day has been a national Holiday here in Italy since 1946. But this…
Dining the Distance from Rome to Abruzzo | Italian Christmas Market
copyright 2013 Maria Liberati/Art of Living, PrimaMedia,inc From the airport in Rome, on the way to Abruzzo is a delicious feast all along the way,,stopping for freshly baked cornetti…
Tips for Your Holiday Table | How To Make Holiday Table Settings
Holidays are meant for sumptuous feasts and food is the star of your events! But table settings and décor are almost as important…here are some products for your Holiday Table..(they…
2 Great Holiday Gifts Under $15 | Holiday Gift Guide 2013
For the last 3 months .. The Basic Art of Italian Cooking by Maria Liberati tm has been reviewing and savoring many products in many categories…and we would like to…
Festive Apples, Cranberries and Brachetto | Holiday Variations in Red
Holiday countdown and I am in 'cranberry mode'...I love this little berry so healthy.. and versatile...dessert or side dish with Holiday turkey..so here's one of my favorite easy Holiday…
Happy Birthday Maria Callas!
"Cooking is like creating. We must do everything the best way possible, plus more... That is the strongest reason for anything." Maria Callas A tribute post for a great…
