Waiting for August 15th | Ferragosto
A recent visit with Pinocchio… e dolce far niente.. ( How sweet it is to do nothing) Waking up to a chorus of church bells on a lazy August…
Vancouver Renovations
It seems to be that time of year again to do home renovations,so it is the perfect time for Vancouver renovations. Maison d'etre is the perfect place to call for…
San Marzano Tomatoes | Gold of the Mediterranean
August is one of my favorite summer months for many reasons..and one of them is being able to have a never ending supply of San Marzano tomatoes…and never ending recipes…
Susine Sciroppate | Plums in Syrup
copyright 2012 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc/ Maria Liberati Susine Sciroppate (Plums in Syrup) 4 pounds of fresh plums 1 .5 quarts of mineral water 4 cups sugar 1/4 cup amaretto…
My Life in Food | Series Coming Soon
copyright 2012 Art of LIving PrimaMedia inc/Maria Liberati My memories of today are in the quiet solitude of my country farm house and picking the plum trees ‘clean’…I thought I picked…
Stem Cell Culture
The use of stem cell culture is a hot topic right now, and though controversial have proved helpful in research for many diseases and maladies. However when a research lab…
T Cells
Stem cell cultures are widely used now but you need to find a reliable source . T cells aid in the research for cancer. But you must first find…
Sardinia | Italy's Favorite Island Getaway
Sardinia is a large island located in the middle of the Mediterranean sea, and the second largest island belonging to Italy after Sicily. There are statues on the island dating…
Tips For Wedding Decorations
When planning out your wedding, the very first thing to choose is usually attire and venue. But don’t forget that wedding decorations is almost just as important. They need to…
What You Need to Know About Green Printing
Green Printing helps the environment to eliminate unnecessary waste. In today’s world every little bit helps and anything you can do to help the environment is a plus. Most people…
How To Use Fresh Peaches | Stuffed Peaches with Chocolate
copyright 2012 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati Wish summer was here to stay..too many seasonal fruits and veggies to eat this time of the year and not enough time to…
Colors and Flavors by Mother Nature
copyright 2012, Art of LIving, PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati I can only take credit for putting these delicious dishes together, colors and flavors provided by Mother Nature…fresh peppers roasted with extra virgin…
Wedding Cake Toppers | Memorabilia of Marriage
You are probably thinking of all the details for that special day to come, to make it a happy and successful one. But have you ever thought about how to…
Tips For Employee Engagement From an Entrepreneur
Have you ever wondered why some companies have happy employees and it seems to spill over to their customers, this is employee engagement. After all a happy employee creates a…
Ciambella of Sora | A Fresh Ratatouille
copyright Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc 2012/Maria Liberati So hot..but more reason to eat al fresco…was able to find these ciambella from a town named Sora. These have their own trademark…
Culinary Depot | How To Find Affordable Restaurant Equipment
My favorite part of putting a restaurant or eating establishment together is choosing all the things that go inside from the décor to the equipment. But, at the same time…
Sentimental Keepsakes From Your Wedding
Wedding cake toppers can set the whole theme of your eventful day. All eyes are usually fixed on the cake and the topper as soon as it arrives. The toppers…
A Night with Toscanini | Vegetarian Timballo Recipe
(photo credits: www.terremarsicani.it) Under the stars, a midsummer night..with music of Toscanini, and a late dinner eaten al fresco in the warm summer breezes seemed to caress our faces…
Summer Plum Pudding | Fresh Summer Memories
copyright 2012 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati Summers in the mountains of Abruzzo…days that are centered around food…. waking up early to get the best choice of fresh parsley, peppers…
Things To Consider When Picking Wedding Cake Toppers
The perfect way to top the perfect wedding cake is to choose wedding cake toppers that are unique to the couple. If you really want your guests to know something…
Trastevere | Traveling Italy Like a Local
Seeing the real Italy requires a bit of researching and finding the untouched places here….Trastevere is one of my favorite neighborhoods in Rome..not in many tourist guides but certainly not…
I Eat … Therefore … I Am | Life of the Gastro-Existentialist
copyright Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc 2012/Maria Liberati Oodles of years ago when studying French literature I discovered the European existentialists and the philosophy behind Existentialism..however in Italy I feel like…
Missed You, Atlantic City
First a heartfelt apology to those of you who were expecting me at Atlantic City Gourmet Food and Wine Show this weekend. Unfortunately, my car decided not to go in…
Vegetarian Polpettone (Italian Style Meatloaf) | Comfort Food
One of my favorite comfort foods is meatloaf. It is a traditional American dish that tends to be bland. But I grew up in an Italian household where nothing was…
Get Set for Swimsuit Season With These 3 Diets
With swimsuit season upon us,everyone turns their thoughts to dieting after a long winter season. But which diet to follow is certainly the question since there are so many out…
What To Do In Italy This Summer
copyright 2012 Art of Living,PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati Editor: Brianne Wetovick The opening ceremonies for the 2012 Olympic Games are only about a week away now, and excitement is growing. But if…
An Italian Journey to the Heart of Italy | Reviewing James Shaw
Editor: Chris Manganaro copyright 20012 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc It is not uncommon to have a love affair with Italy. Simply looking at books or movies will reveal that there…
Stock Your Kitchen | Contest and Giveaway
Thanks to Glamorosi for posting a great contest, win a copy of the Gourmand World Award Winning Book The Basic Art of Italian Cooking: Holidays & Special Occasions-2nd edition..go…
Waikiki Hotels | Where to Stay in Oahu
It's no wonder that the beautiful paradise of Waikiki Hawaii on the island of Oahu used to be the vacation retreat of choice for kingdom royalty in the 1800's and…
Cook With Maria Contest | Win The Basic Art of Pasta
Do you love to cook? Are you up to the Challenge? The Basic Art of Italian Cooking by Maria Liberati tm is giving subscribers the chance to Cook With Maria…
