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Renaissance Masters and Food Italy boasts some of the longest living citizens in the world.  A crucial reason is the Italian diet with its roots in the past.  Much like today, food was the cultural center of life in Renaissance Italy.  It played an important role in religious holidays and family celebrations and relied heavilyContinue reading “Food Club: April 20-15”

Festa della MammaMother’s Day Sparkling Celebration Sunday, May 9, 2021 Reservations: 202-835-0459 Antipasti (choice of one) Spring Saladcelery hearts, apple, hazelnuts  Anise Cured Salmontarragon aioli, haricots verts, potato & Castelvetrano olives Capreseassorted tomatoes, fior di latte mozzarella, basil, evoo Asparagus Fiorentina eggs mimosa, balsamic vinaigrette Primi (choice of one) Fresh pea soupmint mascarpone, thyme croutons PastaContinue reading “Celebrate Mother’s Day at i Ricchi”

Lombardia: Where it all Began Over the past year, many have asked why did Italy, and particularly northern Italy become the epicenter of Coronavirus. There are several theories as to the when and why, but it seemed to have been the perfect storm of coinciding factors. Despite all this, Italians have a truly unique takeContinue reading “Food Club: April 13-18”

Waking Up – Springtime in Florence  Isn’t it amazing how just a few notes of an old song can bring you back to a place you haven’t been in years?  When thinking about this week’s menu, highlighting the first new vegetables of spring, I kept hearing the lyrics of an old popular Florentine tune –Continue reading “Food Club: April 7-11”