What to Eat and Drink at Lake Garda – 19 Foods, Dishes, and Wines You Need to Try at Italy’s Largest Lake
Detailed food guide for Lake Garda, Italy – local foods, traditional dishes, and best wines. Practical tips and culinary recommendations.
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What is Polenta Or 10 Reasons Why You Should Eat Polenta in Northern Italy
Polenta is the colour of gold, it’s easy to make and can be eaten with everything. Yet, travellers to Northern Italy often overlook it in …
Caperberries Or What You Should Be Nibbling On When In Italy
Caperberries are like oblong stripy olives, each of which is attached to a stalk, not unlike cherries. Green in colour and full with satisfyingly crunchy …
Crab Sandwiches at Lindisfarne – A Moment in Time on England’s Holy Island
You know, the English get a lot of flack for their food. The truth is that it is not as bad as people would have …
Pogača – Slovenia’s Traditional Welcome Bread
‘To finish the pogača off, you brush it with beaten egg and then sprinkle it with cumin seeds and coarse salt.’ Bernarda’s hands moved fast showing …
Fish and Chips
It is a fish and chips night and I can hardly wait. Large plates get pulled out of the cupboard, knifes and forks are piled …
The Tortellini of Valeggio sul Mincio
Here is a plateful of pure delight! These are the famous tortellini (or tortelli as they are locally known) of Valeggio sul Mincio. Mincio is a …
Italy for Foodies: White Asparagus
It sounds really pretentious, but for the past couple of days we have been having white asparagus for dinner. And it looks like tonight will …
Arrosticini – The King of All Shish Kebabs (Video)
I am not the type of person to get excited over a shish kebab. Yet, I couldn’t keep my cool when I came across these …
Bulgarian Food – Ten Traditional Dishes You Must Try in Bulgaria
Bulgarian food is delicious, hearty and truly satisfying. If you have ever wondered what food do they eat in Bulgaria or fretted as to what …
