A Medieval Monastery & a Fragrant Ciambella
copyright 2010, Maria Liberati My visit to the medieval Abbey of Casamari in the province of Frosinone was a visit back to the medieval pharmacies where many of the medicinal…
Lasagna,Porcini Mushrooms & Truffles.
My recent culinary tour in Le Marche Italy, famous for black truffles, inspired me to create this special lasagna for my appearance on the NBC morning show in Philadelphia- the !10 show.…
Artisan Lasagna and NBC !10 Show
If you missed my TV appearance on NBC in Philadelphia..here it is http://tinyurl.com/y9zpedp The recipe is in The Basic Art of Italian Cooking:Holidays & Special Occasions winner of the Gourmand…
The True Meaning of Valentine & A Cocktail
My trip to Terni, Italy -(where Valentine's Day gets it's origin from St Valentine-who lived there) was not filled with decorations of hearts and flowers as I had…
Rossini & Santa Margherita Prosecco
Fine music and fine wine make the perfect pair and so the Rossini Cocktail was born..make it with Santa Margherita Prosecco and you have the perfect opening to a dinner…
Sipping Coffee in Genoa Italy
copyright 2010, Maria Liberati The city of Genoa is not necessarily known for it's coffee bars but there are some special ones that are worth a visit when in the…
Sundays Are Meant to Be Savored & Ciambellone
copyright 2010, Maria Liberati Godere -the verb that can be translated to 'intensely enjoy with pleasure'... but it means more than that...we don't have one word in english to express…
LOVE is the Secret Ingredient & Lasagne Melanzane
copyright, 2010, Maria Liberati "A torta (cake) made with love always bakes perfect and delicious!”..that was the conversation at a dinner we hosted . An acquaintance of ours recounted how…
Handmade Chocolates-the Perfect Dessert!
Chocolates make the perfect ending to a great meal. And if you choose chocolate that is made of at least 60% cocoa you derive a health benefit from that piece…
E Dolce Far Niente, & Cooking Broccoli Rabe for La Befana
Take a trip right from your own computer over to open sky to see the new design of my store with all the interesting products I have found for those that enjoy…