Food Blog

In the United States, everything is done with speed. Life is fast, and sometimes quality is lost because of it. This is especially true with the American coffee culture. Large chain coffee shops are becoming fast food restaurants. A cappuccino comes out quick but with little crema. An espresso is being replaced with a cold [...]

Anellini al Forno is a classic dish from Sicily. It's perfect to make for Sunday dinners, holidays or any special occasion. This is a dish that is served for Christmas or other special occasions in Sicily. You can substitute any small pasta, such as elbows, for the anellini, but the pasta rings are what make this dish authentic. For [...]

Pasta e Fagioli Pasta e fagioli, meaning "pasta and beans", is a traditional Italian dish. Like many other Italian favorites including pizza and polenta, the dish started as a peasant dish, being composed of inexpensive ingredients. Serving Size: 4-6 1 cup dry cannellini beans, soaked (or 14oz can of cannellini beans) 1 cup ditalini pasta or small shelled pasta 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil Optional: [...]

If you're unfamiliar with this ancient grain, get ready to fall in love at first bite! Farro can be used in an easy light salad like this, or even in rich risottos. It has a nutty texture and has the same nutritional benefits as brown rice. Try this recipe as a side dish, or even [...]

We're full swing into summer now and with July 4th approaching, it's only natural to be yearning for those delicious and easy grill recipes! Here are 3 of our favorites for those meat lovers. Grilled Chicken Marinated in Mustard & Herbs Serving Size: 4 Ingredients 6 pcs of chicken - drumsticks and thighs suggested  1 1/2 cups of loosely packed herbs [...]

As we approach summer, sometimes all we want is a light, refreshing salad. Panzanella always does the job for us! Essentially a salad made of bread and vegetables (most commonly tomatoes), the simple combination of ingredients results in a delectable meal-worthy course.  Simple and delicious. Both are possible with panzanella! Serving Size: 4 Ingredients 1 loaf Italian or artisan [...]

It would be unfair to claim that this Italian delicacy’s popularity is a recent occurrence. Cotechino (Zampone) has been enjoyed by Italians, and other ethnic groups for that matter, for centuries. However, its history is just as intriguing. It all began in Gavello; a town in the Italian region of Veneto, about 37 miles southwest of Venice. In 1511, Gavello [...]