When it comes to gastronomic pairings, there are few combinations more tantalizing than wine and cheese – but have you ever tried pairing fine wine and good chocolate? Although one might be more of a dessert course than an appetizer, choosing to combine a bold red wine with rich smooth chocolate might just be a …
Corsica is one of those heavenly destinations that everyone who loves travel should not miss! It’s one of our favorite trips every year, and it could be yours, too! Learn more about our Corsica & Sardinia trip. 1. Corsica has an average of 300 days of sunshine per year. That’s a lot! The only place …
As the old saying goes, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” But may we might suggest a more flavorful and unique use for those lemons? One word: limoncello. The bright yellow liqueur is as sunny as its place of origin – Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast in Italy – and the lemon itself has …
Mediterranean Diet Foods: Delicious & Healthy I recently happened upon an article in the New York Times that is great news for those of us who love wine and olive oil! These and other classic Mediterranean diet foods have been linked with, among other things, a lower rate of heart attack and stroke. Some of …
Tours of Sicily: Erupting with Gourmet Experiences Have you ever dreamed of visiting a vineyard in Italy? Imagine sitting in the sun, glass of DOC red in your hand and an antipasto plate in front of you that would satisfy even a Gladiator. Then imagine that the vineyard is on the slopes of an active volcano. …