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May 1, 2013May 1, 2013Quote

Pasteis De Belem, Belem (Portugal)

A couple of years ago I had the “honor” to visit one of the most beautiful city I’ve ever seen…Lisbon (portugal). I was amazed by the beauty, the history and the food of this city and here I discovered one of the best pastry shop : Pasteis The Belem. Belem is an historic small village […]

April 14, 2013April 14, 2013Tips & Tricks

Lasagne Barilla

To prepare a great Lasagne always use homemade flat rolled lasagne or Lasagne Barilla. Egg pasta, no boiling required and the result will be awesome. Barilla is Italy’s number 1 brand of pasta so you can trust them! You can find pasta Barilla at Ralphs, Pavillions, Vons or Albertsons.

April 11, 2013February 25, 2014Primi Piatti

Nonna Nanda’s Rigatoni alla Carbonara

This recipe makes 4 servings Ingredients 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons butter 1/2 chopped onion 1 cup heavy cream 1 pound rigatoni pasta 8 ounces of Pancetta (Italian – style bacon) or guanciale cut in small cubes 1 egg salt and pepper 1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano freshly chopped parsley to garnish […]

March 30, 2013March 30, 2013Holidays & Celebrations

Italian traditional Easter

Traditional Easter meals vary from region to region, but eggs and roasted lamb are common elements everywhere. Eggs represent life, fertility, and renewal, all of which are essential symbols of Easter. Chocolate bunnies are not common, but beautifully decorated chocolate eggs are a traditional Easter treat and gift! Chocolate eggs are a symbol of Easter […]