Recipes

In Search of the Perfect Espresso

1 year ago

by Michael in Coffee, Cooking, Culinary, Personal, Recipes, Travel Tips

TweetLike a fine wine or a great cigar, those who know their coffee are extremely discriminating. I count myself among them. Coffee is something I take very seriously.Technorati: VA2TJVJYZX67 Depending on the style of coffee, completely different factors come into play when determining [...]

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Bruschetta – The Truth and a Unique Recipe

2 years ago

by Michael in Cooking, Culinary, Food, Recipes

TweetIt’s not really what you think it is… In the states, when you hear the word ‘Bruschetta’, you think about toasted Italian bread with a tomato spread. But to think that way would be like thinking the word ‘Sandwich’ means two pieces of bread with ham, cheese and mayo. It’s actually [...]

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Rotolo Rose Recipe

2 years ago

by Michael in Cooking, Culinary, Recipes

TweetRotolo Rose An amazing rolled pasta with cheese, Besciamelle and prosciutto dish my mother-in-law in Italy used to make on Sundays every once in a while. When we knew Rotolo Rose was for lunch, nobody was ever late… period! Translation Rolled Pasta with Prosciutto, Besciamelle & [...]

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Tuscan Roasted Chicken & Potatoes Recipe

2 years ago

by Michael in Cooking, Culinary, Recipes

Tweet Pollo Arrosto con Patate Easily one of the most popular recipes we do in our cooking classes, I thought this would be a great recipe to share on the blog. Don’t think this is like any roasted chicken you have had at home. It will certainly spoil you rotten. If you are cooking [...]