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What makes a great gift for your Italian food loving friends?
Ciao! It’s not too soon to think of Christmas giving, and there are always occasions to give someone a very special Italian themed gift. Such as birthdays, anniversaries or any other special reason. Everyone loves food, especially Italians. There are … Continue reading
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
Espresso is not Coffee, but it is the Italian’s Coffee
Coffee did not originate in Italy, nor did espresso which is simply coffee beans roasted for longer periods of time. Espresso is a very very dark roast. It is not known when coffee beans were officially discovered, however it was … Continue reading
What is Espresso?
Espresso is a coffee bean which has been roasted for a predetermined length of time. The longer a bean is roasted the darker and more bitter it becomes. Espresso is a very dark roast. It can include a variety of … Continue reading
Yes, Italians Use Stovetop Espresso Makers
Espresso makers come in all shapes and sizes. But it wasn’t until a trip to Italy where I was introduced to the stovetop espresso maker. My view of espresso was forever changed. Continue reading