Fresh mozzarella cheese is a semi-soft Italian cheese made from cow or water buffalo milk. Burrata cheese takes the mozzarella one step further — it is mozzarella that’s formed into a pouch and then filled with soft, stringy curd and cream. Burrata literally translates into “buttered,” which acts as a sneak peek into its rich flavor. […]
Penne alla Vodka
When I first heard about Penne alla Vodka, I thought it was a little odd. What is vodka doing in pasta? Then I tried it and was turned. It’s velvety, rich texture combined with subtle spice gives this pasta dish a different take on pasta itself. Created in Rome, hot chile flakes are reduced with […]
Spring Picnic Spots
We live in one of the best places to picnic in the world. The sun is usually always out, there’s lots of space to spread out and the views are amazing. When the pandemic first hit, we think many families started to understand the importance of being outside. They quickly realized that being inside for […]
Easter Bunny Tradition & Our Special
The Easter bunny doesn’t exist in Italy. He doesn’t hide Easter eggs nor can you find him in chocolate form. However, you will find eggs of all kinds as the Easter egg is is a symbol of Jesus’ resurrection of the tomb. The bunny does show up on other way during Easter in Italy. To […]
National Meatball Day
In our eyes, meatballs are a gift from the heavens—there are early recipes for meatballs found in ancient Chinese, Arabic and Roman texts—and every culture seems to have their own version! Beef, pork, and veal are most popular, but they can be made with chicken, fish or even vegan. Let’s all rejoice on March 9 […]
Festa della Donna
In Italy, March 8th is a holiday celebrated as Festa della Donna. The holiday is a bit similar to Valentine’s Day – and many women are treated to dinner by their partners. While it is not a holiday that shuts down businesses or schools, it is pretty impossible to miss festa della donna. On March 8th, […]