Category Archives: Specials

Spaghetti Westerns & Tuscan Cowboys The original cowboys were Italian!  Oh yes they were! The Butteri of southern Tuscany have been an intrinsic part of the Maremma area for centuries, riding and roping long-horned cattle on horseback.  Maybe that explains, in part, why Italians have always been intrigued with the American West. The Good, The Bad andContinue reading “Food Club: May 3-8”

Mother’s Day Sparkling Celebration Antipasti (choice of one) Spring salad – celery hearts, apple, toasted hazelnuts & lemon vinaigrette Star anise cured salmon, tarragon aioli, haricots verts, potato & Castelvetrano olives Caprese – assorted tomatoes, fior di latte mozzarella, basil, evoo Asparagus Fiorentina – eggs mimosa, balsamic vinaigrette ** Primi (choice of one) Fresh peaContinue reading “Festa Della Mamma”

It’s a Roman Holiday! The iconic Academy Award winning movie, Roman Holiday, helped to position post-war Italy as a mecca for film, fashion and modern culture.  A story of a nemph-like princess, played by Audrey Hepburn, it recounts her one glorious day on the lam in Rome.  The 1950’s viewer is introduced, possibly for theContinue reading “Food Club: April 26-May 1”

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 19-24”