Be a Mouse and Head for Cheese 2011

Gorgeous Goat's Cheese Gorgonzola

Hey cheese lovers, have you heard that Cheese 2011 - the cheese event of the year - is to melt the hearts of cheese fans the world over?  Those who don't go will probably feel very cheesed off, if not a little mouldy.For those who do churn their milky way towards Cheese 2011 in Brà, Piedmont … [Read more...]

Pinzimonio, Vegetables and Olive Oil from Tuscany

Profumi di Chianti seasoning for Pinzimonio

Elsewhere on ItalyChronicles.com, I've asserted that slow food can be quicker to prepare than so-called fast food.  Pinzimonio, and Italian starter is one prime example.  Something similar accompanied by 'dips' often appears at barbecues and dinner parties, but it's something which can be served … [Read more...]

Bad Wine in Tuscany

There is a scandal rustling the vines lining the charming vineyards of Tuscany -and what is a mere breeze at present may become a storm once more people discover that around 10 million litres of Tuscan wine have been adulterated.Wines which have been adulterated are the Chianti, Toscana IGT, … [Read more...]

Branzino and Orata – Try them!

An Orata fish

Branzino and Orata are delicious.  They are also very popular here in Italy.  Indeed, they are considered something of a delicacy.  You really should try them.Do you know what Branzino and Orata are?  Well, if you do, you can stop reading now - even if you might like to take a peek - just … [Read more...]

An Arancini Convert

Delicious Arancini

Some are cone shaped, some are round, all are orange, and the recipe originated in Sicily.  Arancini are often made with rice, peas, ragu, and mozzarella.  They certainly sound quite appetizing, and they look it too.After having heard reports as to how tasty arancini were, I'd been tempted … [Read more...]