Fresh Susine and a Plum Torte
copyright 2013 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati yesterday was spent picking the susine (Italian plums) ..at least when the hot ,hot sun went down and the air was fresh…every year…
My Wednesday Morning | 9 AM Appointment with a Loaf of Venafro Bread
Wednesday morning..have an appointment for a loaf of bread..but not just any bread …the day of the week that I can get a traditional bread from my grandmother’s village…Venafro..it is…
Cold Zucchini Carrot Basmati Rice Salad & Catching a Fresh Zucchini
“Hurry up I must catch a zucchini!” The first words uttered as I woke up this morning..the effects of the time change or ‘fuso d’orario’ as it is referred to…
4 Fonderia Articles No Foodie Should Miss
For any' Italophile' ..Fonderia is definitely Italianissimo!! Check out these links: Maria Liberati (People - Food & Drinks) http://fonderiausa.com/maria-liberati Etruscans, Romans, and Olive Oil (Lifestyle - Food & Drinks) http://fonderiausa.com/etruscans-romans-and-olive-oil…
Blueberry Torta | Blueberries and Peaches and Tomatoes…Oh My!
“You ought to have seen what I saw on my way To the village, through Mortenson's pasture to-day: Blueberries as big as the end of your thumb………” Robert Frost, Blueberries…
Everything Italian at Festa Italiana Milwaukee
Where else can you experience Italian music, food, culture, Italian style fireworks all in one spot ( well of course there is Italy)..but in the USA..one of the biggest Italian…
Become One of the Family | Viggiano's Italian Restaurant
By Guest Blogger: Anne Berenson copyright 2013 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc. At The Basic Art of Italian Cooking by Maria Liberati tm we always get’ invites’ to some of…
How To Choose Gifts for Wine Enthusiasts
Wine Enthusiasts love their wine and everything that has to do with wine. They are usually not the easiest to shop for when choosing a gift. But today there…
How To Increase Hotel Business
If you are interested in increasing the amount of business at your hotel, there are a few things that you need to know about presentation. Advertising is helpful, but the…
From Fast Cars to Slow Food | A Day At Fiorano
copyright 2013 Maria Liberati/Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc. Fast life ,fast cars..turned into slow life..slow food at Fiorano vineyards and olive grove in Le Marche Italy.. Paolo was a successful dentist…
Countdown to Festa Italiana in Milwaukee, Wisconsin | Don't Miss This Giveaway
Countdown to Festa Italiana in Milwaukee Wisconsin ..only a week to go!! Hope to see you all there http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/festivals/articles/marialiberati.html Don't miss the GIVEAWAY event http://www.eatatburp.com/2013/07/seafood-with-pesto-from-maria-liberati.html And don’t forget to join…
Gourmet Peanut Butter Saltwater Fudge | Summer Memories
If you have never been to Italy and want a taste of Italy from years gone by check out this I Love Lucy episode, it is priceless.. http://xfinitytv.comcast.net/watch/I-Love-Lucy/8580340462745885112/full-episodes#episode=6009802817446161112 text copyright…
5 Essential Outdoor Entertaining Tips | How To Entertain Outdoors
Guest Post by Thaddaeus Smith, SternoCandleLamp Communications Manager & Executive Chef Adding More Control to Outdoor Events While many prefer the ease of more controlled indoor events that take place…
Why You Should Stay At Aria, Las Vegas
Have you made your plans for summer vacation yet? Or are you a last minute planner?Well ,wake up summer is already here and there are some lovely places to get…
Finding Yourself in the Sea | Sapore di Mare al Pesto (Seafood al Pesto)
copyright 2013 Art of Living,PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati Pescara, Italy EE Cummings once said “for whatever we lose (like a you or a me) / it's always ourselves we find in the…
Oklahoma | On Stage in Pennsylvania
“Don’t let yesterday use up too much of today” Will Rogers,humorist born in Oklahoma copyright 2013 Maria Liberati/Art of Living,PrimaMedia,Inc. I have always been entranced by the state…
Italian Angel Food Cake
coyright 2013 Maria Liberati/Art of Living,PrimaMedia,Inc There are so many angels in our life..some say that they are among us to give us hope and inspiration ….hoping this…
Preserve Your Heritage | Sons of Italy Scholarship Dinner
For those that could not attend my speech tonight for the Sons of Italy annual Scholarship dinner-here is the context (6-4-13) copyright 2013 Art of LIving, PrimaMedia,inc/Maria Liberati I want…
Panzanella Salad | How To Use Leftover Bread
Don’t throw out that day old crusty bread yet…A panzanella salad is one of the most simplest, yet yummy Tuscan style salads.…add in tomatoes, celery, cucumbers, onions..olive oil, balsamic vinegar…
2013 Culinary Blogger of the Year
New York Travel Writer's Society _________________________________________________________ A professional society for travel writers and photographers FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Susan Frost PressOfficer@NYTWS.org 503.245.7428 AWARD WINNING AUTHOR/CELEBRITY CHEF MARIA LIBERATI SELECTED 2013…
Perfect for Picnics… Ferratelle or Pizzelle | Cookbook Giveaway
copyright 2013 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati Pizzelle or Ferratelle...These are the perfect portable dessert for any picnic.. But first ..be sure to set an extra plate at your table…
Year of Italian Culture | Upcoming Events in the USA
2013 is the Official Year of Italian Culture in the USA…catch an event ! Also I will be guest speaker at the Sons of Italy Lodge annual Scholarship dinner…
Special Thanks | Appearances Coming Up
Thanks to everyone that came out to the Pearl S. Buck Foundation event and helped make it a success..such a great cause ..and our first official Tastes of the World…
Spring and The Good Earth | Nonno's (Earthy) Lunch Frittata
“If you want to understand today, you have to search yesterday” Pearl S. Buck copyright 2013 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati Spring always reminds me of The Good Earth..the award…
Trip to The Market in Rome Fresh Zucchini Frittata
copyright 2013 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati Who knows what a walk on a sunny Sunday afternoon will lead to? I needed some fresh ingredients for Sunday dinner and decided…
Strawberries, How to ‘Smultronstalle
copyright 2021 Art of Living, Prima Media , Inc. Strawberries.,wild strawberries everywhere.. I understand why the Swedish call wild strawberries “Smultronstalle”. which translates more exactly to mean a ‘place of…
Pasquetta, Sutri, Charlemagne's Beans and a Recipe
copyright 2013, Art of Living,PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati Pasquetta is my favorite Holiday..it is the day after Easter and a relaxing Holiday..no obligatory sit down meals…no need to spend time looking for…
Minestra di Farro in Snow Capped Mountains of Abruzzo
copyright 2013 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc/ Maria Liberati A chilly day needs a warm pot of soup..farro and lentil soup (minestra) with crostini..for a still brisk Spring day..my heart has…
How to do Easter, Spring with Hot Cross Buns
copyright 2013 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc No matter how long the winter, spring is sure to follow. ~Proverb Recipe Editor: Jennifer Birchwale Here is a simple Spring Holiday recipe many…
5 Water Conservation Tips | Celebrating Water
copyright 2013 Maria Liberati/ Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc Today is a day to Celebrate…World Water Day! Water is a resource that most take for granted. Just think of all the…
