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• Mushroom and Cheese Crespelle, the Italian Crepes

  

  Mushrooms and Cheese Crespelle, the Italian Crepes Ingredients 1 egg 75 g flour (5 tablespoons) 250 ml milk (1 cup) 1/8 tsp salt Butter to grease... Read more

  Posted on 10 March 2019 FOOD & DRINK

• [Thoughts on the Table – 73] Introducing Francesca Montillo’s New Paperback – Th...

  

  In my chat with Francesca Montillo back in 2016, we talked about her cooking classes and culinary tours of Italy. In today's episode, Francesca introduces her... Read more

  Posted on 10 February 2019 FOOD & DRINK

• [Thoughts on the Table – 72] Introducing Kelly Leonardini from Italian at Heart

  

  For episode #72 of Thoughts on the Table, I have the pleasure to interview Cannolo Award winner Kelly Leonardini from Italian at Heart. Being 3rd generation... Read more

  Posted on 07 February 2019 FOOD & DRINK

• Braised Fennel

  

  Side dishes have an important role in Italian cuisine. These, often vegetarian, preparations are meant as an accompaniment to a second course, whether it's... Read more

  Posted on 02 February 2019 FOOD & DRINK

• Asparagus Risotto with Parmesan Rind

  

  Among the many risotto variations, asparagus risotto ('risotto agli asparagi') is one of the most successful, and one of my favorites. There are a few... Read more

  Posted on 27 January 2019 FOOD & DRINK

• [Thoughts on the Table – 71] Introducing Cooking Instructor Marzia Molatore...

  

  Originally born in Naples, Marzia Molatore grew up near Valtellina, in Northern Italy. About 15 years ago, she moved to Vancouver, Canada, where she teaches... Read more

  Posted on 24 January 2019 FOOD & DRINK

• [Thoughts on the Table – 71] Introducing Food Instructor Marzia Molatore from...

  

  Originally born in Naples, Marzia Molatore grew up near Valtellina, in Northern Italy. About 15 years ago, she moved to Vancouver, Canada, where she teaches... Read more

  Posted on 24 January 2019 FOOD & DRINK

• [Thoughts on the Table – 70] Define Culture Shock – Diana Zahuranec’s Take on...

  

  Diana Zahuranec is back on the show to join the conversation on culture shock - whether it's associated with relocating, and whether it can also occur when goin... Read more

  Posted on 01 January 2019 FOOD & DRINK

• [Thoughts on the Table – 69] Introducing Food Blogger Pina Bresciani

  

  This episode's guest is Pina Bresciani, a talented food blogger based in Vancouver, Canada, with strong ties to Italy. Join me as I learn more about Pina,... Read more

  Posted on 28 December 2018 FOOD & DRINK

• [Thoughts on the Table – 68] The Forward and Reverse Culture Shock of...

  

  Thoughts on the Table is back after a very long absence with an autobiographical episode. Following my relocation to England, I've now been living in my new hom... Read more

  Posted on 06 November 2018 FOOD & DRINK

• Eight Years of Blogging, Five of Podcasting

  

  Hello everyone! Today this blog turns eight years old, prompting me to give an (overdue) update. As you have heard in the latest podcast, and seen on "the socia... Read more

  Posted on 31 July 2018 FOOD & DRINK

• [Thoughts on the Table – 65] Introducing Foodiamo – the Italian Guide to...

  

  Foodiamo's founder Raffaele Asquer and chief editor Roberto Croci talk about the Foodiamo project and how it expanded from guide to Italian food in Los Angeles... Read more

  Posted on 10 February 2018 FOOD & DRINK

• [Thoughts on the Table – 64] Introducing Crazy Italians and Their Video Series o...

  

  An unusual interview today on Thoughts on the Table! Yvette from Crazy Italians restaurant in Memphis found my page while looking for references on authentic... Read more

  Posted on 26 January 2018 FOOD & DRINK

• [Thoughts on the Table – 63] Italian and Italian-American Christmas Traditions,...

  

  Hello and Happy Holidays! My friend and recurring guest Nick Zingale is back on the show with his great storytelling to talk about Christmas and the way he and... Read more

  Posted on 22 December 2017 FOOD & DRINK

• [Thoughts on the Table – 62] Introducing Enzo De Chiara from The Italian Guest

  

  Hello and welcome back to Thoughts on the Table! This episode's guest is Cannolo Award winner Enzo De Chiara from the fabulous blog The Italian Guest. During... Read more

  Posted on 13 December 2017 FOOD & DRINK

• Italian Words Gone Wrong – 6 Mistakes Native Italians Don’t Make

  

  Even though Italian food is prominent in North America as well as other English speaking countries, restaurant menus often use Italian words in ways that are no... Read more

  Posted on 27 November 2017 FOOD & DRINK

• [Thoughts on the Table – 61] Rediscovering Artisan Craftsmanship and Ancient...

  

  Friend, food blogger Alida Zamparini from My Little Italian Kitchen is back on the show to give us an update on her latest recipes and blogging trips. As you... Read more

  Posted on 28 October 2017 FOOD & DRINK

• [Thoughts on the Table – 60] The Basic Rules of Italian Food with David Scott...

  

  Blogger and photographer David Scott Allen from Cocoa and Lavender is back on the podcast to discuss a guest article I wrote in collaboration with other... Read more

  Posted on 20 October 2017 FOOD & DRINK

• Seven Years of Blogging, Four of Podcasting

  

  Hi! Here I am celebrating seven years of blogging and looking back at the past year as I do at this time every summer. Thank you for reading this post. Your... Read more

  Posted on 30 July 2017 FOOD & DRINK

• [Thoughts on the Table – 59] Introducing Australian Restaurateur Simon Pagotto

  

  Join me to meet restaurant owner, and Italian food ambassador, Simon Pagotto. During the episode, Simon talks about his Italian roots, his deeply Australian... Read more

  Posted on 19 July 2017 FOOD & DRINK