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  • Panforte with Hazelnut & Almonds

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    “Panforte” means “tough bread” in Italian. It is somewhat similar to a Christmas fruit cake, American-style. Panforte and Panettone are the ultimate Christmas or holiday Italian dessert. Panforte is originally from Tuscany, and the Panforte di Siena is considered the… Read full article

  • A Day at the “Farm” the ExperiencePlus! Headquarters in Italy by Sylva Florence

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    by Sylva Florence Aperitivo: espresso. Someone – half awake – spilled espresso grounds everywhere. Waking up just like the rest of us, the little black espresso machine groans and sprays a fine mist on the counter. Soon, it warms up… Read full article

  • Classic Italian Minestrone Soup

    Classic Italian Minestrone Soup with Pesto

    Paola Malpezzi-Price

    Classic Italian Minestrone Soup with Pesto Every family in Italy makes its own variation of minestrone, which means literally “big soup,” from the word “minestra.” One may insist on using spinach, while another may argue for leeks and swiss chard.… Read full article

  • “Merci Beau Coup” Means “Thank You” in Italian, Too

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    “Merci Beau Coup” Means “Thank You” in Italian, Too The clear morning followed a special evening for our group on the Little Tour of Tuscany; the night before had been pure magic. Following a stunning meal, most of us went… Read full article