Celebrity Chef Maria Liberati - The Basic Art of Italian Cooking

'Shinrun-Yoku' Feeds the Soul | Chocolate Topped Apricot Mousse

By maria May 17, 2015Caro Diario. (Dear diary...), Facts, La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), Recipes, TravelNo Comments

Kiwi Pineapple Macedonia with Lemon Honey Syrup | Mother's Day Brunch Menu

By maria May 5, 2015Holidays, La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), RecipesNo Comments

copyright Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati Fresh kiwi from region of Lazio..lots of fresh kiwi…... a lemon from Amalfi…what to do, what to do..use it quick..a fresh pineapple and kiwi…

Cooking Themed Mother's Day Gift Guide | 2015

By maria April 26, 2015Holiday Gift Guide, Holidays, Special OccasionsNo Comments

This Mother's Day surprise that special Mom in your life with a special gift or treat yourself to some of these Mother's Day worthy treats. Lots of product…

How To Make Fresh Mint Syrup | Let's Celebrate Spring

By maria April 2, 2015Drink Recipes, How To's, Recipes, Spring RecipesNo Comments

The Works of DaVinci | Risotto with Porcini Tartufata

By maria February 25, 2015Art, RecipesNo Comments

Edited by Shantae Taylor While most Americans recognize April 15th as official Tax Day, it also happens to be the birthday of one of the world’s greatest minds as well…

Highlights of Venice | The City of Water and Carnevale

By maria February 17, 2015Holidays, Italy, Recipes, TravelNo Comments

Raspberry Frullato Elixir | Drinks with Raspberries

By maria February 2, 2015Drink Recipes, RecipesNo Comments

Flavors Make the Best Souvenirs-Recipe Using Leftover Torrone

By maria January 15, 2015UncategorizedNo Comments

copyright 2014 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati I am collecting souvenirs of the winter months here in the mountains of Abruzzo, Italy….souvenirs of the heart,mind and taste… flavors are my…

Leftover Recipe Contest Nominees | Fruit Pudding and Pasta Frittata

By maria December 10, 2014RecipesNo Comments

Apple Pie Italiana Recipe | Leftover Recipe Contest and Gift Basket Giveaway

By maria November 24, 2014Caro Diario. (Dear diary...), Contests and Giveaways, La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), RecipesNo Comments

My first time spending Thanksgiving in NYC..a la Italiana..we will be spending Thanksgiving with friends from Italy..so it will be an Italian flavored Thanksgiving complete with an apple pie made…

11 Tips for Perfectly Decorated Cocktails

By maria November 10, 2014Cooking TIps, Life HacksNo Comments

Montepulciano Memories | Cantucci Biscotti Recipe

By maria September 8, 2014Italy, Recipes, TravelNo Comments

It is not possible to visit Montepulciano without enjoying some cantucci biscotti. And don’t ask for a recipe, everyone has their own way and will swear theirs is the correct…

5 Rules for Picnics & A Lemon Cheesecake Recipe

By maria August 11, 2014Entertaining, Facts, La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), RecipesNo Comments

copyright 2014 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati What would summer be without the (under rated) picnic..or eating al fresco..or dining outside..or whatever you call it.. Besides all the fresh luscious…

An Ode to Coffee and Caffe Frullato (Coffee Milkshake)

By maria June 5, 2014Coffee, Drink Recipes, RecipesNo Comments

Almond Passover Cake | Perfect For Spring

By maria March 21, 2014Holidays, La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), Recipes, Special Occasions, Spring RecipesNo Comments

“You can cut all the flowers but you cannot keep spring from coming. ~ Pablo Neruda I love Holidays ..especially Spring Holidays..it's like we are waking up…

Whip Up a Bianco Da Mangiare Pudding Welcome Spring

By maria March 16, 2014La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), Recipes, Spring RecipesNo Comments

Carnevale with Mozart | Frittelle Di Mele (Fried Apple)

By maria March 9, 2014Holidays, Italian Culture, La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), RecipesNo Comments

(photo credits en.wikipedia.org) Experiencing a colorful Carnevale in Venice with the memories of Mozart in this Letter to his wife who was in Salzburg, at date of this letter from…

How To Make An Espresso Martini

By maria March 2, 2014Coffee, Drink Recipes, RecipesNo Comments

Posting this recipe for an espresso martini by request..Of course coffee had to make it into a martini sooner or later for coffee fanatics.. Espresso Martini…

Tomato and Mozzarella Appetizer | Academy Awards

By maria March 2, 2014Appetizer Recipes, Caro Diario. (Dear diary...), Pair a Movie with a Recipe, RecipesNo Comments

Monte Bianco and a Long Lost Schiacciapatate

By maria January 16, 2014Caro Diario. (Dear diary...), La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), RecipesNo Comments

copyright 2014 Maria Liberati/Art of Living,PrimaMedia,Inc (photo from it.wikipedia.org) …beginning to look forward to Spring… but some winter experiences still to be had…… The things that are expected…

Buona La Befana and Quite a Royal Torte | Torta Principe Eugenio (Prince Eugenio’s Cake)

By maria January 6, 2014Holidays, Italian Culture, La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), RecipesNo Comments

Festive Apples, Cranberries and Brachetto | Holiday Variations in Red

By maria December 10, 2013Holidays, Recipes, Special OccasionsNo Comments

Holiday countdown and I am in 'cranberry mode'...I love this little berry so healthy.. and versatile...dessert or side dish with Holiday turkey..so here's one of my favorite easy Holiday…

Giotto and the Art of a Pumpkin Cake | Torta Alla Zucca

By maria November 30, 2013Art, Italian Culture, Italy, La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), RecipesNo Comments

copyright 2-13 Maria Liberati/Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc Take pleasure in your dreams, relish your principles and drape your purest feelings on the heart of a precious lover” Giotto A beautiful…

The Evolution of Italian Cuisine | Bruschetta Filanti Recipe

By maria October 4, 2013Food Facts, History of Foods, Italian Culture, Italy, RecipesNo Comments

copyright 2013 Maria Liberati/Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc When thinking of Italian cuisine, most assume it is all about spaghetti, meatballs and pizza, ... but potatoes, tomatoes, bell peppers, and maize,…

Blueberry Torta | Blueberries and Peaches and Tomatoes…Oh My!

By maria July 30, 2013La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), RecipesNo Comments

“You ought to have seen what I saw on my way To the village, through Mortenson's pasture to-day: Blueberries as big as the end of your thumb………” Robert Frost, Blueberries…

Perfect for Picnics… Ferratelle or Pizzelle | Cookbook Giveaway

By maria May 27, 2013Contests and Giveaways, Food Facts, La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), RecipesNo Comments

Visiting Civita di Bagnoregio | Gluten Free (GF) Coconut Cloud Dessert

By maria February 3, 2013Caro Diario. (Dear diary...), Gluten Free & Delicious, Italy, La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), Recipes, TravelNo Comments

Traveling Through Time in the Attic | How To Make Cioccolatini

By maria January 27, 2013Caro Diario. (Dear diary...), La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), RecipesNo Comments

“there’s no place like home” ..Dorothy, The Wizard of Oz copyright Art of Living, PrimaMedia,inc/Maria Liberati Sometimes you don’t have to travel far to go somewhere…a cold weekend led me…

Priorities, Stolen Figs, and Travels in Calabria

By maria December 4, 2012Book Reviews, Caro Diario. (Dear diary...)No Comments

Parmigiano Reggiano's Biggest Celebrity Fan | How To Make Spaghetti Stuffed Peppers

By maria October 26, 2012How To's, Pasta, Recipes, VegetarianNo Comments

(photo credit: http://www.travelemiliaromagna.com) Text copyright 2012 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati Wow..how about that! just. ..heard that singer Taylor Swift always keeps Parmigiano Reggiano cheese in her fridge for…