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The Growing Popularity of Gelato

About one and a half years ago I discovered you can buy gelato makers for the home.   I was pretty excited about it because the last time I had gelato was in Rome, Italy with my Uncle Salvatore. I’m a … Continue reading

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Fancy Italian Foods You Can Make at Home

Sadly, when most people think of Italian food, they conjure up images of a plate of pasta sauced with something red and tomato-like, then topped with grated “Parmesan” that comes from a green plastic tube. But Italian food is so … Continue reading

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Overlooked Italian Desserts from Gelato to Cassata

When people discuss Italian cuisine, the last thing they ever seem to mention is Italian dessert. Salumi, pastas, espresso – they get all the ink in the magazines and newspapers and, sure, cannoli and tiramisus get some run on restaurant … Continue reading

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You scream, I scream, We ALL scream for…um.. gelato??

It’s that time of year again. As the summer heat beats down on us, the thought of ice cream is enough to make people smile. Most Americans have fond childhood memories of frozen desserts, whether soda fountain treats, street corner … Continue reading

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What is an Italian ice cream machine?

In Italian ice cream machine is more than just an ice cream maker that was manufactured and produced in Italy, or by an Italian Company. Italian ice cream machines produce Italian ice cream – which is called gelato and hence … Continue reading

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When In Rome–Enjoy Their Festivals

Modern day festivals in Rome are a series of outdoor events known as Roman Summer.  The tradition of celebrations dates back to the time when Rome dominated the world. Early Roman Celebrations In the early Roman culture, the people loved … Continue reading

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History of the Italian Kitchen

How has the Italian Kitchen evolved over time? When I think of an Italian kitchen (la cucina), I think of a comfortable room where everyone tends to gravitate.  La cucina is a place where food, wine and conversation flow. It … Continue reading

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What exactly is gelato and what can I do with it?

The best way to describe gelato is to call it Italian ice cream.  the word “gelato” comes from the Italian verb, gelare, which means to freeze. What it is Gelato is a combination of whole or reduced fat milk, eggs, … Continue reading

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