Recently, I sat down with a newly engaged couple to discuss their upcoming wedding day. As an event planner, it’s important for me to understand their vision. As I started going through my questions, I noticed a few questions my couple asked me that had me puzzled… Many clients always say we don’t need a wedding day coordinator because […]
Feeling Famous!
On November 7, 2015 I had the privilege to meet Veronica Granatiero and Gianni Cucinello with the Suoni del Sud Orchestra. Suoni del Sud translates to the “Sounds of the South”. This wonderful orchestra is composed of musicians from Puglia, mostly Foggia, and includes violins, violas, clarinet, oboe, horn, sax, piano, guitars, drums, bass, and […]
Smoothie Recipe
My tech guru, was chatting with me about some changes that I needed done on the website, and of course we sidetracked onto smoothies. She began to tell me about this crazy smoothie that has health benefits to die for, that she drinks every single day. I asked her to give me the recipe […]
Chestnut Honey
I have to share a secret with you all and let me tell you I was on the fence of sharing this EXQUISITE food item which I found this past summer. CHESTNUT HONEY is my new food love…I was told to try it on top of ricotta..the moment I tasted it I tell you church […]
Eggplant & Tuna Burgers
Ingredients: 6 medium sized eggplant 2 cans/jars of water based tuna 2 eggs Salt to taste Olive oil to drizzle 3 – 4 minced garlic cloves Chili flakes (if desired) 2 tsp dried Italian seasoning herbs 1 handful of parmesan & seasoned breadcrumbs I know it sounds so Italian to say a “handful”…hahahahaha…that’s the way […]
Pizza Party
I love making homemade pizza….it’s a production in my home. This past weekend I had a pizza party for my daughters birthday….I made 10 different types. I’ve decided to share my pizza secret with you all…HAHAHAHA. I always like to think I’m a chef….. we all can dream, can’t we? But, before I tell you, let me tell […]
Secluded Beach in Soverato…
Secluded beach in Soverato, which can be visited by boat.
Message in a bottle…from Silvana in Australia
I would like to share some parts of a very special email which came in from a “paesan” in Australia. It meant so much to me that there many Calabrese around the world who share my passion for the our region, our foods and our traditions! Thank you for sharing your story & some of your pictures. “Ciao Linda, My name […]
Lost in Translation SO FUNNY!!! In English & Italian
Imagine this….I’m in a store in Soverato & I see this bag of chips pop out at me…I start reading it, I say to myself “wow this bag of chips sounds so sexy & exotic….made with Mediterranean passion with fresh tomatoes”…I had to buy them…knowing full well that I shouldn’t (against my diet rules!) but, […]
Tra Di Noi Signature Octopus Dish
I just recently started eating & making Octopus. I’ve become obsessed with it…therefore I’ve come up with a few different recipes. Today I was so EXCITED to have Dimitri Giankoulas & Marin Golemac try this version. People have asked me if I’m into culinary, “NO” I always answer…but, I love great food, love cooking for […]