Tuscany gained preeminence during and still owes much of its renown to the reign of the Medici and their patronage of the arts. Their effect on the region made Tuscany the cultural mecca it is today. Natural beauty also contributes to the region? allure. Lined by the Apennine Mountains, the Apuan Alps, … Read more
Seafood is any form of marine life considered food by humans but not limited to fish and crustaceans or shellfish. Shellfish include various species of molluscs such as mussels, oysters, clams, and cephalopods such as squid or octopus. Historically, marine mammals such as cetaceans including dolphins, whales, as well as seals have … Read more
Recommended wine pairing: Pomino Pinot Nero or Tenuta Frescobaldi di Castiglioni Serves 4 Chef: Donatella Zampoli Ingredients: 1 head of cavolo nero (black-leaf kale) 1/4 a head of Savoy cabbage 1 bunch of Swiss chard 1 leek 1 onion 2 potatoes 2 carrots 2 zucchini 2 celery stalks 2/3 lb (approx. 10.6 … Read more
Recommended wine pairing: Montesodi Serves 8 small plates Ingredients 3 fresh sausages, casing removed 1 cup smoked provolone cheese, coarsely grated 1 Tbsp fennel seeds 1/2 green or red fresh pepper, minced 1 baguette, sliced into 1/4 – 1/2? slices Directions Slice baguette and place slices on a baking sheet. Allow the … Read more
Piave is a widely known cheese from pasteurized cow’s milk. The name is also derived after a river by the same name. The Belluno province is where Piave cheese originated. The region is located in the northernmost part of the Veneto, between Friuli to the east and Trentino Alto Adige to the … Read more
Serving wine correctly can add enjoyment to any occasion, from a casual get-together with friends to a more formal dinner party. In addition, being able to serve wine properly also enhances its flavor, and while it may seem like a trivial thing, there is actually some science on a bottle of wine’s … Read more
We recommend pairing Frescobaldi Pomino Bianco DOC wine with this Roasted Fennel recipe. Serves 6 Fennel is naturally sweet and a wonderful side dish to any tomato-based main course Ingredients 6 large fennel bulbs 1/3 cup olive oil 1/3 cup grated breadcrumbs 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Directions Heat the oven to … Read more
The Guest List and Wine Buying Determine who you want to invite and then how you’re getting the wines. You do not need to do all the buying yourself, especially if you want your friends to contribute their ideas to the party. A good suggestion is to send an e-mail or … Read more