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Holiday Gift Guide: What to Get the Italy Lovers in Your Life

My friend made a salami Christmas tree! This year can end on a high note! I guess one way to do it is to craft yourself a Christmas tree made of cured meats like my pal Silvio Imperati of Salumificio Cardone in Agerola. Another is to give gifts purchased from small businesses and celebrate the spirit of Italian artisanship with thoughtful items for the kitchen, bookshelf, and beyond. Wine & Cocktails First up, vino. A few years ago, Joe Campanale wrote an incredible book about Vino Italiano. Pair it with a themed wine box from Biondivino or a few bottles … Read more

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A Guide to Rome’s Best Coffee Shops

Italian

Rome is home to the full range of coffee bars that represent the state of coffee drinking in Italy today: from pre- and post-war bars with old-world interiors and a balance of traditional atmosphere and service blended with modern sourcing practices; to mid- and later-20th century cafes in which going for a coffee is almost more about the experience than the drink; and finally a more recent cadre of specialty coffee establishments with greater attention to bean sourcing and other facets of modern coffee culture. Historic (1930s-40s) Roman Coffee Bars Sciascia Caffè Sciascia prides itself on having sourced “artisanal” coffee … Read more

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Recipe: Crema di Pistacchi (Pistacchio Cream)

Italian

For someone who travels as much as I do, you would think I would know how to pack fine foods to avoid having them confiscated by security. That, sadly, is not the case. Each time I fly out of the Catania airport (the closest major airport to Noto, a pilgrimage destination for sweets lovers who rightfully worship pastry chef Corrado Assenza of Caffè Sicilia), I accidentally pack a jam, a spread, or a bottle of something acquired on my journey in my carry-on. In one of my worst incidents, security pulled my bags off the conveyor and confiscated three jars … Read more

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C’è Pasta…e Pasta For Roman Jewish Classics

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There’s this extraordinary slice of Rome wedged between the Stazione Trastevere, the Tiber, and McDonalds. If you can overlook the aromas emitted by the latter landmarks, this swath of Trastevere’s deep south is almost perfect. In addition to its pretty, pastel-hued 1920s housing blocks and views of Monte Testaccio and Gazometro, it is home to some seriously delicious food. For natural wines and Roman specialties with some Umbrian and Sardinian dishes woven into the menu, there’s Tavernaccia Da Bruno. Around the corner, Pizzeria L’Elementare and the second location of craft beer pub Ma Che Siete Venuti a Fà. Just a … Read more

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Cè / Classics / Jewish / Pasta / Pasta...e / Roman

Pesto Recipes from the Italian Islands

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Certain brand names become eponymous with the products or foods they represent. Even in this new era of heightened awareness of Italian regional cuisines, the word “pesto” has met a similar fate, becoming synonymous with a specific version: pesto alla genovese, a blend of basil, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, and grated cheese from Genoa in Liguria. But pesto isn’t defined by a single city’s tradition, and it’s not unique to northwestern Italy. It can be any pasta sauce made by mashing together ingredients in a mortar and pestle (or blending them in a food processor) and is typically composed … Read more

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Where to Eat and Drink in Rome During the Holidays

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UPDATED FOR 2024/2025! There’s a persistent myth that Rome’s restaurants shutter entirely over the Christmas and New Year’s holidays, leaving visitors to fend for themselves. While it’s true that some venues close or operate on limited hours, the good news is that Rome offers fantastic dining options during the holidays—with a bit of advance planning. This guide has been meticulously updated with the latest opening hours to ensure you enjoy Rome’s culinary scene during the festive season. Expect some closures, but rest assured, many excellent spots remain open. Pro Tips: •Always call venues during service hours or book online well … Read more

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Drink / Eat / Holidays / Rome

A Gastronomic Road Trip From Rome to Naples

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While the high-speed train zips between Rome and Naples in just over an hour, I much prefer to meander between these vibrant cities. My travels are a culinary quest, and after 20 plus years living in Rome, I’ve discovered that the artichokes and pastas you encounter along the way rival the delights waiting upon arrival. So, I extend the journey into a leisurely four-day adventure, savoring meals at centuries-old trattorias and exploring the mesmerizing volcanoes and majestic Bourbon palaces that give this region of Italy its unique charm. DAY 1 When I turned up to the rental agency at 9:00am, … Read more

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Gastronomic / Naples / Road / Rome / Trip

A Journey Through White Villages, Baroque Splendor, and Mediterranean Delights – mad and delicacy

Italian

Refreshed by the mistral wind that ripples the sea and billows the fragrant sheets left to dry in the sun, I was literally captivated by the beauty of Puglia. For many years, my family and I had wanted to visit this region in southern Italy, but our numerous travels, sometimes thousands of kilometers away, had made it impossible. This year, driven by the fact that Marinella and I hadn’t seen each other for over five years, we decided to take the first direct flight to Brindisi. Final destination: the white city of Ostuni, where Marinella spends her summers reconnecting with … Read more

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Baroque / delicacy / Delights / Journey / mad / Mediterranean / Splendor / Villages / White

Oven- Baked Bread Balls with Celery Leaf

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Bread balls made from re-used old bread, with tasty, slightly spicy celery leaves. We also added a leftover cooked ham. With just a few ingredients you can create simple and tasty recipes, while watching your household budget.The amount of meatballs that come out depends on the amount of bread you have on hand, as these are left-overs. Serves 2-3, Preparation 10 mins, Cooking about 30 mins Old bread, to taste Celery leaves, to taste Grated Parmigiano or Pecorino cheese, 2 tbsp for the mix + 4 tbsp for coating 1 minced garlic clove 1 egg … Read more

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Baked / Balls / Bread / Celery / Leaf / Oven

Bunet, the Piedmontese Cocoa and Rum Pudding

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Bunet (pronounced Boo-nee) is an Italian cocoa, rum and Amaretti biscuits pudding that comes from the culinary tradition of the Langhe, a hilly area of Piedmont region, Northern Italy, whose capital city is Turin. Bunet is the ancestor of Panna Cotta. Serves: 6 | Preparation time: 15 mins | Cooking time: 30-40 mins Amaretti biscuits: 50 g Milk: 250 ml Rum: 40 ml or Coffee: 40 ml Eggs: 3 whole + 1 yolk Sugar, granulated or brown: 8 tbsp Cocoa powder, unsweetened: 2 tbsp Method Beat up the eggs in a bowl. Add the … Read more

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