Everyday is remembered by a taste, a flavor, a recipe while I am here in Italy. These are my special souvenirs or 'ricordati'. Yesterday, my favorite flavor was 'anice stellato'-or …
Anytime I need something to lift my spirits a wonderful dish of pasta is a great start. And todays' meal was no exception. Of course I had to rush home…
After many 10 hours day in the office here working on the next special edition book (that should be ready for release in September)- a little R & R is needed.…
If you go to Rome, you should not miss the Villa Borghese, which is known for its beautiful gardens, fine art, and rich history. The House of Borghese was a…
Tiramisu is unique for a few reasons: for one, its delicious mixture of lady fingers, soaked in “alkermes” liquor, espresso, chocolate, and egg custard proves to be a delightful but…
Today, in honor of the discovery of the first albino goat in the world in the Italian alps-specifically in the area of Val D'Aosta a traditional Valdostana (from Val D'Aosta)…
As a child, my favourite part of our family pasta dinners was the memory of fresh parmigiano-reggiano cheese that was grated generously on my dish. And even though I like…
Caterina de’ Medici (in English Catherine), of the infamous Florentine Medici family, was married to Henry II, King of France during the transition between medieval times and the Renaissance. Though…
Sage is another herb that is highly appreciated by cooks due to its unique flavor. In fact, sage is so flavorful that it often overpowers other spices. Because of this,…
The bay leaf, also known as the laurel leaf, is a great way to add richness and depth to all of your fish, meat, and vegetable dishes this summer. And…
I've called this Trastevere, part I because-as one of my favorite neighborhoods in Rome- I have a sneeking suspicion- I will need to write much more about this eclectic little part of Rome than…
Today, still here on the East Coast (of the USA) with record breaking temperatures I am so reminded of the great summer "festas" I always look forward to in July…
Raffaello Sanzi or Santi is better known to the world as Raphael, master of the High Period of Italian Renaissance Architecture. Raphael is best known for his paintings of Madonnas and…
QUATTROCENTO: Italian Renaissance Architecture The characteristics of Italian Renaissance architecture were adapted from Classical Roman architecture. The forms, purposes of buildings, and structures of cities have changed over time. Renaissance…
Sooner or later it had to happen, in this beautiful magnificent old unfortunately crumbling city, a city resistant to change. Venice has their first woman gondolier. The first woman to…
Quattrocento: Italian Renaissance Architecture Basilica di San Lorenzo di Firenze The Basilica di San Lorenzo is located in Florence Italy. It is one of the largest churches…
Does speaking Italian make your pasta turn out better? In preparation for my move to Rome I’ve gathered Italian language CDs and find the best time to listen to them…
L'estate (summer) is finally approaching here on the East Coast with a summer sun that reminds one of a beautiful summer day in Rome. Makes one want to reminisce of…
Quattrocentro: Italian Renaissance Architecture The Beginning The word “renaissance” was derived from the Italian phrase la rinascita (meaning rebirth). This term was first seen in Vasari’s The Lives of the Artists (1550-1568). …
Tis the season for StrawberriesHere in Athens walking through the market there are piles and piles of ripe strawberries begging to be grabbed by the handfuls. As a child my…
Michelozzo DiBartolommeo, or Michelozzo Michelozzo DiBartolommeo, Michelozzo also spelled Michelozzi, architect and sculptor, was most notable in the development of Florentine Renaissance architecture. Michelozzo acquired the skills…
It’s all Greek to meMy Southern grandmother taught me to always bring something for your hostess when attending a dinner. Here in Greece there is a similar tradition, that one…
Roman Holiday and The Basic Art of Italian Cooking Virtual Book Tour If you are grimacing about the rising costs of airplane tickets , the value of the dollar in Europe then…
Quattrocentro: Italian Renaissance Architecture The Beginning The word “renaissance” was derived from the Italian phrase la rinascita (meaning rebirth). This term was first seen in Vasari’s The Lives of the…
I first had this experience visiting a friend and her family in Nevada. To accompany our breakfast cereals was a huge bowl of bursting ripe raspberries on the table. I…
May Day is here and it brings back memories of one of my first visits to Italy-many years ago, before the 'euro' and before the dawn of the shopping malls…
Quattrocentro: Profile of Italian Renaissance Architect: Leon Battista Alberti Italian Renaissance Architect, Leon Battista Alberti was a native to Genoa, Italy. He was born in 1406. He began his artistic studies…
I want to wish you all and your families the Happiest and Healthiest New Year in 2022! Thank you all so much for joining me and helping me to make The Basic Art of Italian Cooking and The Maria Liberati Show a success! I can’t wait to share my next book (The Basic Art of Italian Cooking Diaries: Seasons) with you, it will release in late Spring/early Summer.