Here it is, the watershed that – following our Italian tradition – inexorably separate the “before and afterwards” of each year: we’re talking about Ferragosto and… the bygone flour.
… Ferragosto and… the Bygone Flour
Tag: italian flavors
Italian flavors: Everything Italian (and Italian Inspired) – Recipes, Stories, and Travel tips…
Coconut Yogurt Mashed Potato
Welcome to our super yummy comfort food: the coconut yogurt mashed potato recipe. For those moments when all you care-for is for some creamy, rich, satisfying comfort food – and some mashed potatoes seem the only way to go + it’s a gluten and dairy free recipe.
… Coconut Yogurt Mashed Potato
Zucchini, Courgette, and Fiori di Zucca
Zucchini, courgette, and fiori di zucca, the flowers of summer squash (zucchini) are a spectacular Italian summer bounty: gorgeous colors, delicate taste, spectacular when battered and fried 😋 … and yes, they are edible flowers!
… Zucchini, Courgette, and Fiori di Zucca
Ode to Pinzimonio (and Panzanella Salad)
This is an Ode to Pinzimonio (and Panzanella Salad)… Dear readers of “Open Celery,” as I’m sure you’re aware, it’s July, and, as you certainly know, in the Northern Emisphere it’s a very hot month, with its Heat Warning Alerts!
… Ode to Pinzimonio (and Panzanella Salad)
My Panzanella Newyorkese Salad
There are summer days when it’s so hot you just don’t feel to cook. And here we are, 38 °C (98 °F in the shadow) and counting: what am I gonna do? Here’s a blueprint of my Panzanella Newyorkese Salad… I’m currently in the Big Apple 😎
… My Panzanella Newyorkese Salad
“Ottimo! Grattugiato”, a Plant-Based Grated Cheese
At last, the super-easy recipe for our “Ottimo! Grattugiato”, a plant-based grated Cheese, also known as “gromage.”
… “Ottimo! Grattugiato”, a Plant-Based Grated Cheese
Letter A: “Alfresco” or “Al fresco”? Stai fresco!
From the Appetibilis Glossary comes the letter A: “Alfresco” or “Al fresco”? Stai fresco!
… Letter A: “Alfresco” or “Al fresco”? Stai fresco!
Speaking of Coffee and Caffeine
Speaking of coffee and caffeine… Sometime ago I read a nice piece written by Michael Pollan on “Caffeine” How coffee and tea created the modern world. It’s about the invisible addiction triggered by his majesty the coffee, and its caffeine content.
… Speaking of Coffee and Caffeine
The Ultimate Veggie Mayo: La Majonesa
Welcome to the Ultimate Veggie Mayo: “la Majonesa” – an alternative Italian name in omage to Rome… it’s a mine and Orsola thing 😜
… The Ultimate Veggie Mayo: La Majonesa
It’s May, Let’s Savor the Beauty of Nature! 😋
It is May, ode to flowers and vegetables, with Spring in full swing, and flowers blooming… and lots of pollen in the air: it’s intoxicating 😵💫 In any case it’s May, let’s savor the beauty of nature!
… It’s May, Let’s Savor the Beauty of Nature! 😋