Torta Rustica..a recipe for a delicious summer lunch..
Lunch (per my previous post today) was a treat for the taste buds and the recipe for the Torta Rustica-which literally means- rustic pie. A few tips on Torta Rustica-this…
Today's Souvenirs from Italy-Torte
Be on the lookout for two recipes from The Basic Art of Italian Kitchen here in Italy. Today was all about the Torte. We made a Torte Rustica…
Ciambellone Classico in the Mountains of Abruzzo
copyright 2009, Maria Liberati Dessert for yesterday's August 15th Holiday picnic was delicious and is as easy to make as it is to eat. Had the picnic at home in…
Old World Charm & Ultra Modern Kitchen Design
Here in Italy, there is such a contrast between old world charm and the ultra modern in design and architecture. My dilemma in selecting design for a The Basic Art…
Happy August 15th!
copyright 2009, Maria Liberati Stopped for a picnic today in the mountains of Abruzzo..after all it is the 15th of August..the biggest summer Holiday in…
La Valigia di Sogni (part 2)
copyright 2009, Maria Liberati Suitcase not unpacked yet..filled still with lots of dreams to follow.. will be back soon from the visit to Pescara and nearby towns..found a beautiful rainbow…
Una Valigia Di Sogni..(A Suitcase Full of Dreams..and Food)
Off to Pescara and some oil tasting ,off course a vineyard visit and I will be hosting a special wine dinner as well..but taking 'una valigia di sogni' (suitcase full…
Waiting for Rome…Cornetto..cappuccino…
copyright 2009, Maria Liberati Counting down the hours here at the airport till my first authentic cappuccino and cornetto..13 hours and counting..after all is has been about 8 weeks…
Atlantic City Food & Wine Show
As promised here are photos from the Atlantic City Food and Wine Show.. held recently at Bally's Casino.. was a paradise for foodies....great wines and foods..and many tastings going on all…