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Frittata Florentine

Frittata Florentine ~By choosing to click and read this blog post, you confirm you are of legal drinking age in the country where this site is accessed~ Every morning in Vinci, Italy  I was greeted...

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Holiday Antipasti Platter

    Holiday Antipasti Platter with Assorted Cheese, Salumi and Crostini While visiting Tuscany this past Autumn, almost every meal began with an antipasti; signifying the beginning of the meal.  It’s a...

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Vinci Sauce and Italian Meatballs

When I serve a Chianti wine, it has always been a DaVinci Chianti.  My absolute favorite Chianti for years, long before I so proudly became the 2013 DaVinci Wine Culinary Arts Storyteller.  And, might...

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Tuscan Lasagna al Forno

Tuscan Lasagna al Forno Due to legalities you have to promise you’re 21 or older before proceeding to read this post.  Yes, we are talking wine and food.  But it’s the wine that’s the tricky part....

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Crispy Polenta Bites

  There is an exciting new company in town and it’s called Little Lace Box! The Little Lace Box features a new accessory/product created by an up-and-coming designer sent directly to you every other...

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Halibut Montalcino

By choosing to click and read this blog post, you confirm you are of legal drinking age in the country where this site is accessed. It’s officially halibut season here in the Pacific Northwest.  One of...

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Seared Ahi Tuna Tacos with DaVinci Chianti

By choosing to click and read this blog post, you confirm you are of legal drinking age in the country where this site is accessed. “DaVinci wine is created in a magical place.  Tuscany; a treat for...

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Thai Green Curry Steamed Mussels

I can’t think of any dish that feels more comforting to me than a big ‘ole bowl of steamers.  Whether it be clams or mussels, my enjoyment level that comes from a big bowl of steamers placed in front...

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Allspice Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with an Asian Cherry Glaze and Chianti at Home

By choosing to click and read this blog post, you confirm you are of legal drinking age in the country where this site is accessed. The mornings are felt with a slightly cool breeze from the west,...

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Bruno’s Crostini

By choosing to click and read this blog post, you confirm you are of legal drinking age in the country where this site is accessed. I can’t believe it’s been almost a year since my visit to Tuscany....

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Pollo Giacomo (Balsamic Chicken)

How did two Prescott College Graduates become Willamette Valley Chicken Farmers? That was the first question I asked Laura and Robin of Red Bird Acres after meeting them for the second time at this...

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Chianti at Home for the Holidays with Southern Style Barbecue

There are a few things I’m terribly traditional about.  A birthday dinner of choice on one’s actual birthday, ghost shaped pancakes on Halloween morning, pan seared beef tenderloin medallions with a...

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Citrus and Arugula Salad with Feta and Toasted Pine Nuts

There are moments, much to my children’s dismay, random musings come flying out of my mouth and I realize at that exact moment, most likely my young ladies etiquette training didn’t quite stick.  What...

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Summer Garden Panzanella

The scent of summer is laced in the warm evening breeze that’s floating through my open kitchen window.  A familiar seasonal scent that conjures visions of lush salads, grilled stone fruit, cherry pie...

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Vinci Sauce and Italian Meatballs

When I serve a Chianti wine, it has always been a DaVinci Chianti.  My absolute favorite Chianti for years, long before I so proudly became the 2013 DaVinci Wine Culinary Arts Storyteller.  And, might...

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Tuscan Lasagna al Forno

Due to legalities you have to promise you’re 21 or older before proceeding to read this post.  Yes, we are talking wine and food.  But it’s the wine that’s the tricky part.  Thanks!...

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Feast of the Seven Fishes with DaVinci Wine

A holiday table set with seven fish dishes is a glorious sight to behold. Especially if you’re a lover of seafood but also enjoy the Italian holiday tradition, Feast of the Seven Fishes. Why seven fish...

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Part Two Feast of the Seven Fishes with DaVinci Wine

The Feast of the Seven Fishes is a delicious Italian tradition where seven delectable fish dishes are served for Christmas Eve dinner. This year DaVinci Wine asked me to create seven festive and...

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White Fish Florentine with DaVinci Pinot Grigio

A great way to use all that fishing trip fish stocked in the freezer or the spinach you froze from summer. Substitute with fresh winter greens instead of spinach and spike with your favorite spices...

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Blueberry Sausage & Gorgonzola Pizza

Who wants to win a Wood Fired Pizza oven so you can make this Blueberry, Sausage & Gorgonzola Pizza?  There is something quite enticing about a wood fired oven pizza paired with a sumptuous wine....

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