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The Perfect Companion to the Gardens of the Italian Lakes

The Perfect Companion to the Gardens of the Italian Lakes When I’m not in Italy, I love to immerse myself in books with information and inspiration on places to visit. One of the most enjoyable and authoritative books on horticulture in the foothills of the Alps I’ve come across lately, is a newly published, thoroughly […]

Rice flour rhubarb cake

Rice flour rhubarb cake

Alba is All About Food

Alba is All About Food

Alba is All About Food You don’t have to spend many hours in this town to realize that Alba is all about food. Truffles, chocolate and wine have brought wealth to the region, and the people here are fiercely proud of their produce. Booking.com

Chicken with almonds and apricots

Chicken with almonds and apricots

Chicken with almonds and apricots This recipe of chicken with almonds and apricots is originally North African, but it is absolute perfect with a creamy orzotto made on pearl barley or Sicilian couscous.

Asparagus with soft boiled egg in bread crumbs

Asparagus with soft boiled egg in bread crumbs

Recipe from Ristorante Il Patio in Pollone near Biella.