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Brent
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An Italian bread made from scraps of dough
One of my favorite things about Italy is the culture’s ingenious frugality. Have grape skins and stems left over from…
Bajtra, Malta’s unique beverage
On the tiny island country of Malta, people enjoy a liqueur called bajtra, made from local prickly pears. But, outside…
How to make Limoncello at home
Homemade Limoncello is easy to make. You just need the correct ingredients and a little patience. Limoncello origin story You…
I lied to Lyle Lovett
We all have a stash of stories about ourselves we like to tell. Over the years you tell these stories…
I tried making homemade vermouth. Here’s what happened
Vermouth is enjoying a moment. If you want to make your own batch of the aromatic fortified wine at home,…
How a meal for miners migrated to Michigan
Pasties have been a culinary staple in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula for over 150 years. What started out as a meal…
Christmas on a plate in Santa Fe
One of the first questions you’ll be asked when eating in Santa Fe is “Red or green?” Your waitperson is…
In Defense of Cheap Plastic Souvenirs
Recently, I was talking with my friend Mickela Mallozzi for my podcast. Mickela is the creator and host of the…
Lisbon’s Feast of St. Anthony
Lisbon’s biggest party celebrates the city’s patron saint with a barrage of music and dancing, not to mention grilled sardines,…
Movies featuring each region of Italy
Italy is home to a vibrant film making industry that has been widely recognized over the years for its quality…