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Webmaster October 31, 2023October 31, 2023 0 Comments flour, onions, pine nuts, raisins, sardines, sugar, vinegar

Sardines in Saor

Sardines in saor are a typical Venetian recipe. Saor in Venetian means “flavor” and in fact this very tasty recipe consists of whole sardines marinated in a delicious sweet and sour sauce based on onions flavored with raisins and pine nuts. An ancient traditional dish of the Serenissima, it is traditionally prepared for the Feast of the Redeemer, the third Sunday of July. The strong flavor of the sardines is mitigated and enriched by the sweet and sour effect of the onions and raisins (sweet) with the wine vinegar (sour).

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Webmaster October 31, 2023October 31, 2023 0 Comments anchovy fillet, bay, bread, capers, chicken livers, garlic, gherkins, onions, white wine

Tuscan Black Crostini

Tuscan black crostini are a typical recipe from Tuscany. An appetizer much loved by Tuscans and others, it is practically never missing from mixed Tuscan appetizers, it is a crouton of bread with a chicken liver sauce on top. It is often served together with other types of crostini, but sometimes also alone. In every family there is a version that uses different accompanying ingredients, thus changing the nuances of the background flavours, however the main flavor remains the same. Very tasty, and if prepared well they are also suitable for those who have never eaten liver, trust me.

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Webmaster October 29, 2023October 29, 2023 0 Comments eggs, flour, minced beef, onions, peas, Pecorino cheese, provola cheese, rice, saffron, tomato concentratte, white wine

Arancini (Rice balls)

Rice arancini, or arancine are a Sicilian specialty known and appreciated throughout Italy. Small rice balls generally stuffed with peas, cheese and ragù, but there are many variations, they are then breaded and fried and eaten hot both as a single meal and as an appetizer. Real street food, they are called this because of their size similar to that of an orange.

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Webmaster September 18, 2023 0 Comments basil, bread, garlic, tomatoes

Tomato Bruschetta

Tomato bruschetta is a very renowned appetizer in the Lazio tradition. Also widespread in many other regions of central and southern Italy (wherever there is fresh tomato), this simple slice of bread with chopped ripe tomato on top has won the hearts of all Italians, anticipating any meal, even a pizza . Simple, tasty, and ready in just a few minutes, it can be a perfect snack or a perfect appetizer. The name bruschetta derives from the verb bruscare which means to toast, hence bruschetta i.e. toasted. There are many versions, some with celery, others with onion, then flavored with oregano or basil. In short, there is something for all tastes