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How To Say Thank You In Italian | Celebrating St. Joseph's Day with Zeppole

Posted by By maria March 15, 2017Posted inHolidays, Italian Culture, Italy, Recipes, Special OccasionsNo Comments
Grazie..is the Italian word for 'thank you'.  Make it a point to say thank you, in any language, at least once a day to someone. My thank you's  for today…
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Travels in my Attic | Nostalgic Cioccolatini (Little Chocolates) Recipe

Posted by By maria January 19, 2017Posted inCaro Diario. (Dear diary...), La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), RecipesNo Comments
“there’s no place like home” ..Dorothy, The Wizard of Oz copyright 2017  Art of Living, PrimaMedia,inc/Maria Liberati Sometimes you don’t have to travel far to go somewhere…a cold weekend led…
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Frullatto al Caffe (Coffee Milkshake) | Happy Coffee Day

Posted by By maria September 29, 2016Posted inCoffee, La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), Recipes, Special OccasionsNo Comments
copyright 2016 Maria Liberati/Art of Living.PrimaMedia,Inc. Happy Coffee Day!   Whether you are studying for a final exam or cramming in a work project last minute, burning the midnight oil comes…
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Limoncello Tiramisu Recipe | Remembering Lemons of Amalfi

Posted by By maria July 27, 2016Posted inItaly, La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), RecipesNo Comments
One of my favorite desserts to eat al fresco on a hot summer night...limoncello, summer heat seem to all seem to go together.. besides, it gives me an excuse to…
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Perfect Picnic Stuffed Peppers | Pepperoni Imbottiti

Posted by By maria May 17, 2016Posted inCaro Diario. (Dear diary...), Italy, RecipesNo Comments
copyright 2016 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati A Sunday drive (we call it a ‘giro’) in Italy can result in memories that will last  a lifetime. Navigating the mountains from Abruzzo…
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Dog Friendly Stew and Baked Carob Dog Treat | Homemade Dog Treat Recipes

Posted by By maria May 9, 2016Posted inPet recipes, Pets, RecipesNo Comments
How did you spend your Mother's Day? This year's celebration included the newest addition to my family..my little one..a 3 month old rescue pup named Sweetie Bear..It was definitely love…
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Dairy Free Sicilian Cannoli Recipe

Posted by By maria March 11, 2016Posted inLa Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), RecipesNo Comments
copyright 2016 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati Sicily's most famous export..the cannolo..can also be made wtih a dairy free filling..that is a ricotta made from soy milk..and gluten free..here is…
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A Simple Nut Torte on a Snowy Day in the Mountains of Italy..

Posted by By maria January 21, 2016Posted inAbruzzo, Cook With Maria, Country Living, Cucina, cucina povere, Culinary Art, desserts, Entertaining, UncategorizedNo Comments
Photo credit (www.marsicalive.it) text copyright 2016 Maria Liberati/Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc What to do on a snowy day in the sleepy mountains of  Italy…read poetry by Leonardo DaVinci and  make…
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A Sunny Day in the Mountains of Abruzzo | Crespelle con Asparagus (Crepes with Asparagus)

Posted by By maria May 12, 2015Posted inCaro Diario. (Dear diary...), Country Living, RecipesNo Comments
copyright 2015  Art of Living,PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati A sunny Spring Day driving through the mountains of Abruzzo… enjoyed the sunny quiet hills of Sainte Marie And the flower show in Tagliacozzo..with…
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Fast Facts: Freezer Jams

Posted by By maria March 21, 2015Posted inCountry Living, Food Facts, Gardening, Life HacksNo Comments
Copyright 2015 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati Few pleasures compare to sinking your teeth into a slice of fresh, succulent fruit. Whether you are one of the many berry lovers…
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Highlights of Venice | The City of Water and Carnevale

Posted by By maria February 17, 2015Posted inHolidays, Italy, Recipes, TravelNo Comments
Venice – The City of Water editor  Shantae Taylor copyright 2015 Art of LIving, PrimaMedia,Inc. Venice is like eating an entire box of chocolate liqueurs in one go. - Truman…
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Flavors Make the Best Souvenirs-Recipe Using Leftover Torrone

Posted by By maria January 15, 2015Posted inUncategorizedNo 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…
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Crema Cotta with Berries | How You Can Cook With 5 Star Chefs in Italy

Posted by By maria August 9, 2014Posted inCook With Maria, Culinary Art, Italy, La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), Recipes, TravelNo Comments
2014 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc./Maria Liberati   2 ounces fresh blueberries 4 ounces fresh strawberries 2 ounces fresh raspberries or blackberries 1/4 cup sugar 1 1/3 cup milk 2 eggs…
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Carnevale with Mozart | Frittelle Di Mele (Fried Apple)

Posted by By maria March 9, 2014Posted inHolidays, 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…
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Monte Bianco and a Long Lost Schiacciapatate

Posted by By maria January 16, 2014Posted inCaro 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…
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Festive Apples, Cranberries and Brachetto | Holiday Variations in Red

Posted by By maria December 10, 2013Posted inHolidays, 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…
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International Women's Day Treat – Cioccolatini | Where To Purchase Fair Trade Chocolate

Posted by By maria March 5, 2013Posted inHolidays, La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), Life Hacks, RecipesNo Comments
Copyright 2013, Art of Living,PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati Editor: Maureen Beam Man cannot live on chocolate alone; but woman sure can. Author Unknown International Women’s Day has been celebrated in honor and…
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To Market.. To Market.. To Mercato Esquilino in Roma

Posted by By maria January 20, 2013Posted inCaro Diario. (Dear diary...), Country Living, Italy, TravelNo Comments
A sunny (as usual) day in the center of Rome..what will be the plan for lunch and dinner??..a special Saturday…Pranzo (lunch) will be pappardelle al funghi (Egg noodles with fresh…
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What Is The Difference Between An Omelette and A Frittata?

Posted by By maria December 16, 2012Posted inCulinary Art, Food Facts, History of FoodsNo Comments
copyright 2012 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati Ohh the dilemma..how to tell the difference between an omelette and a frittata? What is the difference between an omelette and a frittata? …
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Priorities, Stolen Figs, and Travels in Calabria

Posted by By maria December 4, 2012Posted inBook Reviews, Caro Diario. (Dear diary...)No Comments
Guest Blogger: Chris Manganaro shares a book review with us … copyright  2012 Art of Living,PrimaMedia,Inc. The world is filled with history and culture. There are an infinite number of…
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How To Use Fresh Peaches | Stuffed Peaches with Chocolate

Posted by By maria August 9, 2012Posted inCaro Diario. (Dear diary...), Country Living, How To's, La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), RecipesNo Comments
copyright 2012 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati Wish summer was here to stay..too many seasonal fruits and veggies to eat this time of the year and not enough time to…
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Starved for Culture | Shakespeare's The Tempest and Dreamy Ricotta Pudding

Posted by By maria July 8, 2012Posted inCaro Diario. (Dear diary...), Italian Culture, La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), RecipesNo Comments
  (photo credits: The Morning Call) Copyright 2012 Art of Living,PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati Brightened up my weekend yesterday by catching a spectacular performance of Shakespeare’s The Tempest at the Pennsylvania Shakespeare…
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June Celebrations | Peach Torte

Posted by By maria June 13, 2012Posted inCaro Diario. (Dear diary...), Holidays, Italian Culture, La Dolce Vita (Dessert Recipes), RecipesNo Comments
(Photo Credit: http://www.siliconvalleyandbeyond.com) Memorial Day has come and gone and the unofficial start to summer  is here in the USA, Italy celebrates their independence holiday in the summer.  Festa della…
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Watching the Pot Boil Reviewing Pot on the Fire

Posted by By maria May 28, 2012Posted inBook ReviewsNo Comments
Thanks to  Chris Manganaro for sharing a book review with our readers.  If you have a review you would like to share email : info@marialiberati.com copyright 2012  Art of Living,…
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Carnevale, Mardi Gras, and Pizza Fritte (Fried Pizza)

Posted by By maria February 21, 2012Posted inCaro Diario. (Dear diary...), Holidays, Italian Culture, Italy, RecipesNo Comments
copyright 2012 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati Too many festivals to celebrate  in one day..today.. Carnevale  and  Mardi Gras …. (photo credit: www.carnevale-venezia.net) Brilliant colors and costumes are the choice …
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Rembrandt in the Kitchen | Learning To Cook Italian

Posted by By maria December 4, 2011Posted inCaro Diario. (Dear diary...), Italian Culture, Italy, Recipes, Uncategorized, Upcoming AppearancesNo Comments
Love hearing your heart warming stories of food and cooking Italian  with The Basic Art of Italian Cooking! Here is a story from one of our readers. And if you…
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Happy Holidays, Happy New Year 2022!

I want to wish you all and your families the Happiest and Healthiest New Year in 2022! Thank you all so much for joining me and helping me to make The Basic Art of Italian Cooking and The Maria Liberati Show a success! I can’t wait to share my next book (The Basic Art of Italian Cooking Diaries: Seasons) with you, it will release in late Spring/early Summer.

Lentil Soup Recipe for a Prosperous New Year.

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