Italians have a great market culture. In Seattle, I grew up going to the Pike Place Market but going there was an event. I went frequently enough but only because my dad loved it and took us there on weekends with him. The farmers markets that seem to have sprung up everywhere in the states, … Continue reading Mini Market…
Author: Lisa's Dolce Italia
Tajarin a.k.a Tagliatelle
Everyone knows that pasta is a very important part of Italian cuisine and most people love it! I actually had a tour member complain one time that she was getting too much pasta; once, every other day. My Italian friends just shook their heads when they heard that...is that even possible? While we don't eat … Continue reading Tajarin a.k.a Tagliatelle
Sunday Escapes
Sunday is the only day of the week that is completely free since the kids are in school Monday through Saturday and even then, there is usually homework to be done. Needless to say, weekend escapes are pretty much impossible during the school year. Fortunately we have some great places to escape close to home, … Continue reading Sunday Escapes
Buon Mercoledì…I Love Wednesday!
Wednesday, the middle of the week, used to be my least favorite day for reasons I will get to. It is now my favorite because it is mine, all mine! Okay, no day is really all mine because I have a family and I love them dearly. I still get them up and out of … Continue reading Buon Mercoledì…I Love Wednesday!
Italian Comfort Food
On a cold winter weekend there is nothing better than hanging out in the kitchen and whipping up some comfort food for lunch, especially if you've been working hard. We had an unexpectedly nice Saturday weather wise and took advantage of it by working in the yard. There was winter pruning to be done and … Continue reading Italian Comfort Food
Pillow Talk
Back at home and suffering from jet lag I am so happy to sleep in my own bed. You already know how it was made if you have read Buona Notte. Pillow talk is an important aspect of a happy relationship and the key to this is a good pillow in addition good company. When buying … Continue reading Pillow Talk
Taking time out…
The last time I sat down to write was before the holidays, ending the year with a recipe that I hope some of you have tried your hand at or plan to in the future. So where have I been taking my time out? Home in Seattle! While this is my twentieth year of life … Continue reading Taking time out…
Copete Piemontese
The holidays are fast approaching and I am doing my annual holiday baking. I make trays of goodies for my neighbors every year. Most of what I make are things you don't usually find here. Chocolate Chip cookies, pecan brandy chocolates, decorated sugar cookies and popcorn balls among other things...it depends on the year. I … Continue reading Copete Piemontese
Italiano…Mangling the Language
Like most Americans I did not learn to speak a foreign language until I was a teenager. My first attempt, German, was a disaster. I was in Jr. High, the worst possible age for learning a language (or anything else for that matter) and Herr Baker and I did not get along. I managed to … Continue reading Italiano…Mangling the Language
Buona Notte…
Before I moved to Italy, I had never bought a mattress. My mom chose and bought me one before I moved away for university and either I liked the same type of mattress she did or my young back did not care as much. I could sleep just about anywhere. How I wish that were … Continue reading Buona Notte…