“Think with the learned and speak with the vulgar.”
— Agostino Nifo (1473 – 1538)
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International Day of Italian Cuisines: Pesto Genovese
The Virtual Group of Italian Chefs celebrates its 4th Annual International Day of Italian Cuisines today as hundreds of chefs in over 40 countries around the world prepare and serve Pesto Genovese with pasta using an authentic recipe.
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Bellavitae is joining the celebration, and you can, too. Learn the history of this centuries-old iconic dish, along with an in-depth look at the optimal ingredients and their correct proportion, as we reveal our famed recipe here.
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Related: Ricette Classice – Pesto Genovese
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“Street Light”
Giacomo Balla (1871 – 1958)
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Citazione del Giorno
“An object in possession seldom retains the same charm that it had in pursuit.”
— Gaius Plinius Caecilius Secundus [Pliny the Younger] (61 – 112)
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“Alexander the Great in the Temple of Jerusalem”
Sebastiano Conca (1680 – 1764)
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Citazione del Giorno
“Sing, my tongue, of the battle in the glorious struggle.”
— St. Venantius Honorius Clementianus Fortunatus (c.530–c.600/609)
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On the Blogroll: Stacey Snacks
Here’s a terrific blog for any enthusiastic cook to explore: Stacey Snacks. Stacey and her husband were longtime Bellavitae enthusiasts and from what I can see, Stacey’s enthusiasm is greatest in her kitchen.
She’s cooking up a storm in Summit, New Jersey. Her neighbors are apparently well-fed with all that wonderful food coming from her kitchen — but most importantly, she shares her recipes and enthusiasm for all to experience.
Here are a few of her dishes that caught my eye; click on any of the photos for the recipe:
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Stacey’s recipes are inspiring and her enthusiasm is contagious. Check it out.
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“Self Portrait”
Artemisia Gentileschi (1593 – 1653)
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Citazione del Giorno
“A tavola non si invecchia.”
English: “A table is not aging.”
Idiomatic: “You don’t age while seated for a meal.”
— Italian proverb
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“David”
Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti Simon (1475 – 1564)
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