You may think a low cost stove top espresso maker cannot produce good Espresso, but the Bialetti Moka Express does just that and is owned by nearly every family in Italy. I was really happy to find a Bialetti under … Continue reading
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This post is reprinted from Gracie’s Product Review. Good news is we found a better price on the 6 pack of Bormioli-Rocco Bordeaux glasses. Click below. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx A good wine glass can make a difference in how your wine taste … Continue reading
I posted this review of the Le Creuset Enamel-on-Steel Stockpot over at Gracie’s Product Review some time ago but wanted to re-post it here. This is a great pot that will serve you well. I have owned mine (pictured here) … Continue reading
Here are 7 gifts (one for each day of the week) for the Wine Lover in your life. Day One: Caymus Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2011– Even if your a semi wine enthusiast you know Caumus Cabernet Sauvignon. Rich, … Continue reading
I worked an event at NYU Saturday where all the food was provided by 2 food trucks and a push cart. Talk about comfort food, this was an amazing assortment of good stuff at basement prices. A few years ago … Continue reading
When I decided to do a post on 5 Espresso Makers under $100, I knew that my son-in-law Andrew would be the right person to do the research. You see last Spring my family took a long anticipated trip to … Continue reading
We all know that Italy is the home port of all good things to eat and drink. From the king of all cheeses; Parmigiano Reggiano to the wine of kings; Barolo, Italian imported foods and wines are on top of … Continue reading
“The best measure to prolong life is not to shorten it.” Those words were written over 200 years ago, but they are just as impactful now as they were then. “Your Heart Needs the Mediterranean Diet” by Emilia Klapp … Continue reading
What are Borlotti Beans? When we had our store we sold every Italian food product, from soup to nuts, even Borlotti Beans. I am sure many of you are asking yourself, “What are Borlotti Beans?” Very close in shape, … Continue reading
New Harvest Olive Oils – Oil Verde Novello 2012 If you are are passioante about your olive oil selection as I am than January is a very exciting time of year with the arrival of New Harvest Olive Oils. One … Continue reading