I found this You Tube video while searching the web for cool stuff, and thought you would all like these Meatballs with a Zesty combination. The video is cool.
In supermarkets today the Italian section is loaded with Whole Wheat pastas, and every cut and package is claiming the health benefits associated with switching to the brown stuff. Problem is that not all whole wheat pastas are the same and if you are really looking for the health kick, be sure to read the label closely.
In order for whole wheat pasta to live up to its health reputation it needs to contain 100% durum wheat and that should be listed as the first ingredient. Many of these products come with a 100% whole wheat orange stamp on the package. Continue reading
In today’s blog we are going to take a quick peek into the Spanish culture and the foods that make up this Mediterranean nation. We are also delighted to introduce you to our latest affiliated partner La Tienda. Click Here to Visit La Tienda!
Spanish foods are heavily influenced by seafood available from the waters that surround the country, and reflects the country’s marine culture. Spanish food is also a combination of the many cultures that have inhabited the country leading to many unique taste and flavors. Noted for its health benefits, Spain is consider the leading nation influencing the Mediterranean diet. Continue reading
Adding seafood to your diet twice a week, provides you with a good dose of healthy eating.
Since I started my New Year’s resolution to lose some weight I have been eating seafood at least twice a week. In places where I would have normally had a piece of meat, I now enjoying salmon, tuna steaks and swordfish.
There are so many choices and fantastic recipes, making this change was pretty easy. Seafood is also loaded with many antioxidants that aid in the fight against cancer and other serious diseases. Continue reading
Breakfast doesn’t have to be boring when your on a Mediterranean diet. Try this breakfast pita recipe.
Try this low calorie breakfast pita that is the ideal way to begin you crazy day. Sticking to a strict diet can be tough, but by starting the day off with a healthy breakfast you are one step ahead of the game.
Researchers claim that most overweight people either skip breakfast all together or eat very little in the morning. Having a good breakfast curbs that mid morning hunger, which usually leads to bad eating habits the rest of the day. Continue reading
Don’t know what to bring to your Big Game Party? Try this Olive Salad Sandwich.
Every year we throw a Super Bowl pot luck party and the food is always over the top. We usually provide some side dishes, the beverages and the big screen TV. This year however, I’m putting together a few 2 foot Olive Salad sandwiches, Muffuletta style. Continue reading
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, size and taste to kidney beans, borlotti’s are very big in many southern regions of Italy. They are quite meaty, not nearly as sweet as more popular beans and can hold up to some tough recipes.
Very high in protein, these beans are a natural for anyone looking to cut back on the meat intake and a definite if you are following a Mediterranean Diet plan. I highly recommend them. Continue reading
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 of the great rituals for food-loving Italians is the annual tasting of freshly pressed olive oil. The harvest of green olives right before Christmas ensures this traditional holiday treat.
These New Havest oils usually arrive in the US sometime around the end of December to early January. Now is the time to buy as they quickly sell out.
Thought our affiliate partnership with Cyber Cucina I am happy to offer you, what I consider one of the best New Harvest (or Novello) oil available, Oil Verde Novello. Continue reading
Olives are at the core of a good Mediterranean Diet. Not only are they used in the production of Olive Oil, which is the only oil we use for cooking and intensifying meals, but they are a perfect snack or for adding to recipes. Olives come in many shapes, sizes and taste, and today we’ll take a look at a few varieties we handled at our shop. We’ll also provide a link as to where you can purchase them as some can be hard to find. Continue reading
