Next spring I hope to be looking at this exact scene-fruit trees flowering in front of the medieval tower in the center of this tiny town nestled in a valley not too far from the coast. Can I really wait until then to go?
Archive for June, 2009
In The Future
Posted in Italy, travel on June 30, 2009 | 4 Comments »
Stuffed Zucchini Blossoms
Posted in cooking, food, recipe on June 29, 2009 | 5 Comments »
Yesterday morning when I looked out at my small garden I saw two gorgeous zucchini blossoms poking out of the planter. I ran out and marveled at the fact that I did indeed have small zucchini attached to these great big flowers. I was off to the farmers’ market with visions of these beauties in [...]
My Kind Of Recipe
Posted in cooking, food, recipe on June 24, 2009 | 5 Comments »
When my cooking magazines arrive I love to sit down and read them cover to cover. At first glance I can identify which recipes I want to try and start making plans as to when I’ll be serving these new dishes. Ever since I first browsed through the July issue of Gourmet, I’ve been looking [...]
Who’s Looking At My View?
Posted in Arezzo, Italy on June 23, 2009 | 2 Comments »
I came across this picture today and to the rest of you, it’s probably nothing incredibly interesting, but it holds a special place in my heart. This was the view out of my front door in Arezzo. Although I entered the building through a street in the center of town, my place was actually [...]
Cooking From The Garden
Posted in cooking, food on June 22, 2009 | 4 Comments »
Summer is officially here and my small garden is actually looking good. I’m not what you would called an experienced gardener, but I seem to be spending more time out there, both working and enjoying what I’ve created. What I’m really looking forward to are the things I’ll be cooking with what I’ve been growing. [...]
Honestly, I’m Honored
Posted in friends on June 19, 2009 | 7 Comments »
The award is given by other bloggers who consider a blog’s content or design to be brilliant. The awardee must then post ten honest things about themselves and pass the award on to other bloggers who fit the bill – in other words, whose blog is brilliant.
Yesterday was a very good day. I woke up [...]
Zucchini And Basil Frittata
Posted in cookbooks, cooking, food, recipe on June 18, 2009 | 2 Comments »
I’ve had a busy week catching up with friends and getting together always gives me the opportunity to get in the kitchen and create something to feed them! Tonight a few close friends that I used to work with are coming by for drinks and something to munch on and I’ve decided that’s it time [...]
Ricotta Pound Cake
Posted in cookbooks, cooking, food, recipe on June 17, 2009 | 4 Comments »
Knowing that I would be serving lunch to P., my Italian tutor, I wanted to serve a little something for dessert, but nothing too heavy or too sweet. I didn’t have to think twice about where to turn for ideas-Dolce Italiano-which showcases traditional Italian desserts, some with a twist of Americana thrown in. I [...]
Cooking Up A Storm
Posted in cookbooks, cooking, food, friends on June 16, 2009 | 4 Comments »
I spent the afternoon doing what I love best-cooking! I have to be honest and admit that I am too tired to take any photos tonight and post recipes, but check back for that! I’m having my Italian tutor over for lunch tomorrow and it took me forever to decide on a menu. Should I [...]
La Crostata di Mele
Posted in cooking, food, recipe on June 15, 2009 | 1 Comment »
The other day I got just the kind of phone call that I love-a friend’s dad with a fabulous garden had a surplus of apples and wanted to share some with me. I rushed over and was the happy recipient of a large basket with two different varieties. One was a small round [...]
