Agnolotti al Plin & Favorita

Posted by foodwineclick on March 21, 2014 · 10 Comments 

It’s the final week in the food bloggers competition hosted by the Tourist Office of Langhe and Roero.  This week’s ingredient from the region is Agnolotti al Plin.  We love homemade pasta at our house, but truth be told, I’ve never made Agnolotti.  Never too late to learn! Agnolotti al Plin is a pasta traditionally … Continue reading →

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Piemonte Training

Posted by foodwineclick on September 5, 2013 · 11 Comments 

In just a few days, Julie and I will be spending a whole week touring the Langhe, a district within the larger region of the Piedmont (or Piemonte) in Italy!  I had the opportunity to do some on-site “research” earlier this summer during a weekend stop mid-way through a business trip.  Over the last few … Continue reading →

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Basil Tasting

Posted by foodwineclick on August 25, 2013 · 6 Comments 

three types of basil

I always go overboard with the basil in our kitchen garden.  We have 5 plants, 3 varieties for two people!  How different do the various types taste?  Tonight, we did a basil tasting. We made little skewers of cherry tomatoes, basil, and fresh mozzarella drizzled with balsamic vinegar and sunflower oil. Did you know that … Continue reading →

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