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Dessert, Imported, Recipes

watermelon granita

Another enticing creation from Italy (I love Italian Gelato!), granita is a semi-frozen dessert made from sugar, water and various flavorings…and, they are super easy to make. Originally from Sicily it is somewhat similar to sorbet and italian ice. There are different ways of making Granitas: [...]
Cocktails, Imported

10 Wines that Rock

I just read this interesting post on the Wine Enthusiast Magazine by Kim Mack: Ten Wine & Music Collaborations and thought I’d share it It’s an unwritten rule that a successful party requires alcohol and a great soundtrack. But who knew that so many musicians (specifically those in t[...]
Imported, Recipes

Coppa with Pumpkin in Scapece

I am a huge fan of Mario Batali–I just LOVE his restaurants and recipes. Did you know that in addition to being able to buy his Cookbooks, he also shares an array of very seductive  recipes on his site? Looking for an Italian starter to set the stage for your Italian Seduction Meal, here [...]