A Veneto Touch of Bitter: Radicchio, Clams & Soave
Radicchio and the Veneto Radicchio is a very popular vegetable in the Veneto which finds its way into many dishes. My guess is that there’s something about that radicchio bitterness that appeals to tastebuds in this region. We found similar flavors echoed in the Soave wines. The radicchio we get in Minnesota isn’t the same … Continue reading
Veneto Food & Wine from Half a World Away
Moral of the Story: Beware! Warning, if you learn a bit about a region’s food, wine, geography, customs, you just may develop an unstoppable urge to visit. The only question is, when do we leave? How do you explore a region in Italy from half a world away? 1. Study up! The Veneto So where, … Continue reading
Labor Day – Don’t Give Up on Summer, Don’t Give Up on Chardonnay
We know summer is nearly over because the local sweet corn has lost its magic; big kernels, and sometimes even mealy. We can’t help ourselves, we still buy it. Just like the photo below, the sweet corn goes into the background. Luckily, the veggies in our garden and CSA box are still going strong. In … Continue reading
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