Buon Natale!
Merry Christmas, Friends! Right now I'm in Italy enjoying the season and picking up new stories, articles, and ideas to share with you in the new year. Have a safe…
Risotto Parmigiana | Interesting Parmigiano Reggiano Facts and Maria's Favorite Recipe
Probably the most famous of all Italian cheeses is Parmigiano reggiano, a hard, granular cheese native to the Parma, Reggio Emilia, Modina, Bologna, and Mantua provinces. Parmigiano reggiano is made…
My Favorite Things | Ergo Chef Knives and Cooking With the Right Tools
One of the most important tools a chef can have in the kitchen is a great set of knives. Not just any old set will do. You might be able…
My Favorite Things | Flavors of Tuscany Spice Blend & Tuscan Bruschetta
Now that it is December, I really have the holidays on the brain! I love this time of year. The air becomes crisper, the smell of fireplaces burning, and giving…