Published by Andrea April 24th, 2009
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This simple chicken dish is very popular both at my home and in my cooking demonstrations. I have been cooking it hundreds of times, but it is still one of my favorite dishes.
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Published by Andrea December 30th, 2007
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I am back from Italy. I had a lovely time meeting with all my relatives (too many people probably). I have had great dinners and of course the best gelato on earth: Vivoli’s. I also gathered several new recipes. I tested one of them for Christmas. It is a candy from Sardinia. The climate there is rather harsh and Summers are brutally hot. So no wonder they grow the best oranges and almonds. This recipe is just that: orange rind and almond laced with honey. That’s it. It is simple and delicious, just like I like it. Here it is:
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Published by Andrea August 29th, 2007
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Before all the basil is gone, try this Summer salad. It is a traditional Tuscan dish that is simple and easy to prepare. Use the best oil and the freshest tomatoes and the results will be phenomenal…
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Published by Andrea August 20th, 2007
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Continue reading ‘Fusilli col Pesto’
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Published by Andrea August 15th, 2007
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We were on vacation in Vancouver, B.C. and decided to go out for dinner. A friend of a friend who recently moved to the area enthusiastically suggested Vij’s–with the caveat that they do not take reservations.
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Here I made a short video of the introduction to one of my cooking demonstrations:
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Published by Andrea July 4th, 2007
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Fast, easy, perfect for every occasion. Fool-proof basic sauce, what in Naples is called “Pummarola”… Continue reading ‘Simple Tomato Sauce’
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Published by Andrea June 10th, 2007
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Published by Andrea June 5th, 2007
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Continue reading ‘Bruschetta col Cavolo Nero - Kale Bruschetta’
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Published by Andrea June 3rd, 2007
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Continue reading ‘Involtini di Bresaola - Bresaola and Cheese Appetizer’
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Published by Andrea May 18th, 2007
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Continue reading ‘Crostini Toscani - Tuscan Traditional Appetizer’
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Published by Andrea December 26th, 2006
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Continue reading ‘Polenta crostini with funghi trifolati’
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Published by Andrea December 14th, 2006
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If you are new to a city or neighborhood you just have to hope for the best. But, if you know a little something about your guests, it will not be difficult to match them in a way that none feel ill at ease.
Continue reading ‘Entertaining at Home: The Right Way’
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Published by Andrea December 14th, 2006
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This appetizer is well suited for any occasion and very easy to prepare. The canapes look very sophisticated and taste really good too. The delicate flavor of the smoked salmon is enhanced and balanced by the sour and tangy lemon taste of the topping spread.
Continue reading ‘Crostini al salmone – Lighly smoked salmon canapes’
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Published by Andrea November 28th, 2006
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Entertaining and having friends and family over for dinner has always been my true passion. I am from Tuscany, a region of Italy rich in tradition and famous for delicious foods–I think of them often now that I live in the US. The soup that my aunt used to make in her little country village near the city of Pisa is one of my favorite family recipes.
Continue reading ‘Soup Recipe - The Tuscan Secret: Ribollita’
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Published by Andrea November 21st, 2006
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Published by Andrea October 13th, 2006
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I honestly believe Parmigiano is the King of cheeses.
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Published by Andrea October 4th, 2006
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Published by Andrea October 4th, 2006
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Continue reading ‘Zucchini in Truffle Oil - Recipe’
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Published by Andrea September 29th, 2006
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I did it! Finally I have a place where I can blog about the things I love in life.
Continue reading ‘Welcome to Italian Home Cooking and Entertaining’
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