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Food, wine and wanderings from our beloved Italy

The accidental visit to Villa d’Este

Posted by on Sep 21, 2012 in Lazio, Wanderings | 0 comments

When I was researching places to stay after we arrived at the Rome airport, I came across Tivoli purely because of the number of photos...

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Bresaola, Rughetta e Parmigiano (Bresaola with Arugula and Parmesan Cheese)

Posted by on Apr 29, 2012 in Antipasti, Food, Lazio, Recipes, Regions of Italy, Salads | 2 comments

Bresaola is air-dried, salted beef that has been aged two or three months until it becomes hard and turns a dark red, almost purple color....

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Bucatini All’Amatriciana (Bucatini in Tomato Sauce with Pancetta and Hot Pepper)

Posted by on Apr 23, 2012 in Food, Lazio, Pasta, Risotto, Breads | 0 comments

Bucatini All’Amatriciana is a classic Roman dish that starts fights in restaurants and is the source of family and friend’s...

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Saltimbocca all Romana (Veal Saltimbocca)

Posted by on Apr 4, 2012 in Food, Lazio, Main Courses, Regions of Italy | 0 comments

Saltimbocca means “jumps in the mouth” in Italian. This word has all to do with the great flavors of this dish. What could be...

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