Many apologies for my blogging absence. A couple other writing projects have suddenly filled my time and I’ve been forced to neglect my little blog and my favorite bloggers. Thanks to Aussie Adventurer, Baz at The Landy for making sure I was alive and kicking! Now that it’s March there’s been a steady hint of spring … Continue reading
Here’s a delicious dish to make with your Homemade Roasted Red Bell Peppers, and you’re in luck because it’s another recipe I’ve sneakily stolen from my Neapolitan Culinary Whiz, Tina. Also take note: the Italian flag colors are proudly on display in this salad, in case you doubted its authenticity. Tina serves this dish with a … Continue reading
One of the benefits of having an Italian for a partner is knowing his Mamma. Michael’s mother, Tina, was born and bred in Naples, and as every Neapolitan knows, you haven’t been to Italy if you haven’t been to Naples. Or is it that Naples is its own little world, apart from Italy? I’ve learned … Continue reading
Sound complicated? I promise it’s easy as pie. In fact, it’s easier than pie, which can be quite complicated indeed. This is a hearty dish inspired by fresh Italian flavor. Zucchini, garlic, oregano and basil? What could go wrong? Add a little bacon to capture the heart of just about everyone, and ta-da! A heartwarming … Continue reading
For the greater part of my life, I thought Italian food was heavy, overcooked pasta laden with oily melted cheeses and super sweet tomato sauce. Che tragedia! My only links to “Italian food” in my Southern California hometown were restaurants like Olive Garden, so I avoided what I believed to be Italian food at all … Continue reading
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