Italian cuisine’s historical roots extend back to ancient times, intertwining with the diverse cultures that have traversed the Mediterranean Sea. Through trade and conquest, these culinary practices have been shared, adapted, and refined, leading to the array of dishes we associate with Mediterranean cooking today. The key ingredients – olive oil, tomatoes, garlic, and fresh herbs – are synonymous with the freshness and simplicity that you expect from Italian-Mediterranean dishes. Moreover, the global embrace of the Mediterranean diet, praised for its health benefits, owes a great deal to the way Italian food harmonizes taste and well-being. Continue reading The Italian Influence on Mediterranean Cuisine: Culinary Legacy and Flavors→
Wraps are highly adaptable and can be filled with an endless list of ingredients. They can be used with savory or sweet filings, and even deliver well-balanced meals or just used as a snack.
Classic chicken or nutrient-packed veggies paired with hummus or avocado provide delicious lunch or dinner options. For breakfast, scrambled eggs, cheese and salsa or nut butter with fruit and honey make satisfying wraps. Dessert wraps filled with yogurt, granola and berries can provide a touch of sweetness. With so many tasty ingredients to pick from, wraps make balanced, feel-good meals. Continue reading Satisfying and Wholesome Wrap Filling Ideas→
If this exquisite float glass table looks familiar, you maybe recalling our feature on an equally mind-blowing Glass Block Chair from 2019’sSalon Art + Design by the same manufacturers, WonderGlass. A definite “Oh, Wow” statement piece of the 2023 show this past November, the translucent, blue/green/amber-hued Minosse C Table by Studiopluzstood out among the most innovative and breathtaking pieces on the floor. Continue reading Eye On Design: Minosse C Glass Block Bench By Studiopluz For WonderGlass→
Do you like pasta? I sure do. I recently had the pleasure of cooking with new gourmet pasta sauces that took me on a delightful Italian culinary experience from start to finish. As a lover of Italian cuisine, but especially pasta with mouthwatering sauces, I was excited to receive a surprise package from Filippo Berio that included two jars of their latest pesto sauce flavors: Basil & Ricotta, and Truffle. Both sauces are produced in Liguria, Italy, the birthplace of pesto, which can only add an authentic touch to any meal. Continue reading Product Review: Filippo Berio Gourmet Pesto Sauces→