Gnocchi for Dessert?
Since Roman times, gnocchi has appeared at the beginning of Italian meals — often in place of soup or more traditional pasta as a first course. The semolina-based mini-dumplings sometimes include...
View ArticleEasy Risotto Recipe for Mother’s Day
Want to make something authentic for your Italian mom? Even if she’s not Italian, she’ll appreciate this delicious risotto with short ribs. Be sure to use a wine that you like to drink — NEVER “cooking...
View Article3 New Recipes for Pumpkin Pie
Pumpkin pie is a respected staple at the Thanksgiving table. The dessert represents tradition and evokes imagery of the harvest and of fall. Its base, pumpkin, is also an ever increasing fixation in...
View ArticleBryan Voltaggio’s Pairing Menu with Banfi Wines
Chef Bryan Voltaggio is one of the most recognized and influential chefs in contemporary American cooking. From his website: As a finalist on Top Chef Season 6 and Top Chef Masters Season 5, Voltaggio...
View ArticleRecipe: Cherry-Almond Rice Pudding
Serves 6 to 8 Ingredients 4 cups milk 2/3 cup uncooked arborio rice Pinch of salt 3 egg yolks 1/3 cup sugar 2 teaspoons almond extract 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 (8 ounce) can dark cherries, drained, cut in...
View ArticleFather’s Day: Grilled Tuscan-Style Ribeye with Brunello di Montalcino
By Guest Blogger, Diane Fluin of Diane’s Food Blog Father’s Day is almost here, so why not treat Dad to a memorable meal? Dads and grilling go hand in hand, so fire up the barbecue and make Dad a...
View ArticleRecipe: Halibut and Fresh Mediterranean Salsa
Halibut & Fresh Mediterranean Salsa Serves 4 Ingredients For the Salsa: ½ cup extra virgin olive oil ¼ cup balsamic vinegar ½ teaspoon C&H® or Domino® sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper ½...
View ArticleRecipe: Zesty Marinated Grilled Steak
Suggested wine pairing: Banfi Centine Tuscan red wine blend (about $11) or Chianti Classico ($15). Mary Ann Esposito Now in its 25th year, Ciao Italia with Mary Ann Esposito™ is the longest running...
View ArticleRecipe: Tuscan Grilled Pork Chops
As my summer garden bounty begins, an abundance of long hot peppers appears. I’ve been looking for ways to use them and when I saw some really nice thick pork chops at the market, I knew my chance...
View ArticleSummer Entertaining with Refreshing Watermelon, Feta, Olive & Mint Salad
Summer is upon us, and warmer weather usually means more parties. Whether entertaining indoors or out, try this light and tasty salad accompanied by festive Prosecco for your guests! Watermelon is the...
View ArticleLittle Bites of Heaven. The Recipe is Here.
At a recent party, we served these tasty morsels and overheard one guest proclaiming they were “little bites of heaven.” That about sums it up. Served hot, the crispy exterior gives way to a velvety...
View ArticleParty Time: Summer Sparklers with Prosciutto-Wrapped Dates
Easy, yet deliciously addictive, wrapped dates are a crowd favorite and super simple to pull together. Rather than worry about specific food and wine pairings at your next party, bring out the bubbly....
View ArticleCedar Wrapped Salmon with Basil Olive Vinaigrette
It’s Copper River salmon season! Now is the time to stock up on this highly regarded wild-caught salmon – cook some tonight and freeze some for later. Rainstorm Wines from Oregon offers a trio of...
View ArticleCelebrate National Grilled Cheese Month with Pesto Mozzarella Grilled Cheese
If you were to ask me about my favorite cuisine I would hands down say Italian. All things Italian. Pasta, pesto, delicious cheese, you name it and I love it. Perhaps the fact that I’m half-Italian...
View ArticleToast Mom with French Toast and Rosa Regale
Sparkling red Rosa Regale is ideal for celebrating Mother’s Day — and it’s a perfect pairing for this French Toast recipe. Can you say “Mother’s Day Brunch”? Watch the video to see the preparation;...
View ArticleBBQ Recipe: Smoky Barbecue Ribs
Outdoor cooking is a very popular pastime. It unites friends and family with delicious food and conversation and is the perfect way to spend your summers. And there is no better way to kick off the...
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