The History of Biscotti
Do you know what I've really been enjoying lately? A hot cup of espresso with a fresh biscotti. There is just something about rich, smooth, full-bodied Italian espresso juxtaposed with…
Coming Soon | February Newsletter
Hi Everyone! I'll be sending out my monthly newsletter in the next day or two, so keep an eye out in your e-mail inboxes. Be sure to add Maria@MariaLiberati.com to…
Ciao Carnevale | The Story of Arlecchino
Well, unfortunately, Carnevale is over! Yesterday was the official day and closing of the festivities, and it truly has been wild and fun. There were so many amazing costumes like…
Italian Chef's Secrets to Preparing Clams
This month I'm featuring my linguine alla vongole (clams with linguine) as February's Recipe of the Month. The secret to this great pasta is fresh clams. If you're in a…
Visiting Palazzo Liberati (Liberati Palace) in Tortoreto | Why You Should Use Olive Oil
A few days ago, I was specially invited to take an architectural tour of a very small town that is nestled in the mountains of Abruzzo called Tortoreto. A well-known…
Top 10 Things Italians Hate Most About Holiday Family Gatherings | Learn About the Mediterranean Diet
Phew! We are officially into the New Year -- 2007! The holidays were a whirlwind. I came across this funny article in an Italian magazine called Dimagrire. In it, they…
La Befana, the Christmas Witch | The Last Holiday of the Season
Caro Diario, I have had an unbelievable holiday season here at my grandfather's vineyard in Italy. While in America the festivities are over, I still have one more holiday to…
Happy New Year | Nuovo anno felice
Hello! I just wanted to wish everyone a VERY happy new year. Eat, drink, and be merry! Powered by Qumana
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…