Italian food, travel & lifestyle
Honestly, I cannot remember a time when Mio Marito and I have not looked forward to a meal at Union Square Cafe in New York City. Don’t ask me to name my favorite dish at Union Square Cafe there are so many but this post will strictly honor one – Creamless Mushroom Soup. Yes, at first mention I was skeptical, I mean using the word creamless to describe a soup somehow indicates that it should include cream, right?
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Inspiration comes from so many different sources; the changing of the seasons or perhaps the display of produce in the outdoor markets always seems to jog the mind and get me thinking creatively. The advent of social media has allowed a talented network of like-minded food professionals to share their creations in an instant. Tuscan Grape Harvest Cake is a recipe I stumbled upon quite accidentally after becoming intrigued with a holiday cooking program called Organic Tuscany set in the countryside outside of Certaldo Tuscany. …
Paccheri with Tomato Sauce & Mushrooms or Paccheri alla Bascaiola brings with it thoughts of crisp Autumn days. Bascaiola translates to woodsman, evoking images of leaves, trees, fire wood and the harvesting of mushrooms at this time of year. Paccheri with Tomato Sauce & Mushrooms is a rich and flavorful dish requiring few ingredients and little time to prepare.
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Some dinners require a little splurge – a special birthday, anniversary, wonderful friends. For these occasions, veal chops do the trick. Grilled Veal Chops with Rosemary Roasted Grapes is an elegant main course fit for royalty.
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