The Taste of Tuscany Through Fork and Glass
Few cuisines in the world are more famous than that of Italy… so let’s explore some authentic and classic Tuscan dishes! And what better way to enjoy Tuscan cuisine than with a glass of good wine? So read on to find out our favorite pairings and download the recipe for Peposo, a red wine beef stew perfect for the cooling autumn days ahead!
Foods of the Langhe: What the Locals Eat
To get the full-on experience of the Langhe, a gorgeous land of plenty in Piedmont Italy, known for having some of the best red wines in the world, you have to try it food. Read about it and get a recipe for a delicious yet kinda unusual dish, called Bagna Cauda, a recipe from a real Italian Nonna.
Explore the Langhe
The Langhe is an enchanting vineyard filled, mountain ringed, pocket tucked into North Western Italy… discover what it holds!
The Versatility of Pairing Sweet Wines with Food
Conventional food and wine pairings teach us that sweet wines go with sweet foods… but did you know that sweet wines also pair great with savory dishes. But it needs to be a high quality sweet wine. Find out in this article.
A Delicious, Tuscan Salad Recipe
You gotta try Panzanella, a simple, healthy traditional Tuscan Italian salad. Get the recipe and learn about its rustic origins, benefits, and what wines and olive oils to pair with it.
Become an Olive Oil Connoisseur
It is not often thought about, but the wine and olive oil worlds are very similar. Just like with wine, tasting and pairing extra virgin olive oils bring new aspects of the oil to light. What olive oil is best for salads? What olive oil is best for cooking? Read this article to learn how to taste olive oil and pair it with foods.
The Secrets to the Best Olive Oil
Why do they call extra virgin olive oil ‘extra virgin’? What is so special about it?
Find out the secrets to making delicious olive oil from the olive oil maker of La Maliosa farm in Tuscany.
A Healthy Snack Idea, Straight from the Italian Countryside
You know when you get hungry in the middle of the afternoon and need something healthy but substantial to tide you over for dinner? Chef Riccardo Severi gave us an idea he was live from his garden in Romagna, Italy during a VeroTalk: he suggested squacquerone with bread, with a couple of farm-to-table touches. BTW it’s great as an appetizer or as delicious yet simple dessert, paired with local sweet Albana white wine. Read on and get the recipe for this Romagna version of bagels and cream cheese.
Eggs in a Shirt: the Original Eggs Benedict
Ever wonder where Eggs Benedict come from? We talked about it in our VeroTalk with Chef Riccardo Severi, live from his garden in Romagna, Italy. We have the recipe for this farm-to-table dish which is the historical pre-cursor to eggs benedict, with a cute name to boot: ‘Eggs in a Shirt’.
Fondue Romagna Style, Recipe from Chef Riccardo
Following our VeroTalk with Chef Riccardo Severi, live from his garden in Romagna, Italy, we snagged his farm-to-table recipe for a flavorful, creamy, cheesy, fonduta recipe. Get the recipe and pairing suggestion in this article.
Pinzimonio: a simple and healthy summertime treat
Learn about pinzimonio, one of the easiest and most versatile Italian summertime traditions!
Pass the Passatelli: A Quick and Easy Pasta Recipe You Can Make at Home
Virtually travel to Bologna, Italy, and snag this recipe from a 3rd generation baker to make your own Passatelli! What are passatelli? Well, read on to find out how to make this quick and easy authentic Italian pasta.
Mardi Gras and Carnival: Connecting Traditions Around the World
Join us on a journey through Italy, US and Brazil, as we explore Mardi Gras and Carnival traditions and how they have migrated and merged into an international celebration.
Say What? Cjarsons! A Delicious Vegetarian Ravioli Recipe
Want to try your hand at home made pasta making? Try Cjarsons, a vegeterian ravioli from North Eastern Italy. We got a recipe for you, and wine pairing suggestion.
Warm Up With this Tasty Goulash from Northern Italy
Need a hot, hearty dish to fill you up on a cold winter night? Look no further… this delicious recipe for Goulash, a beef stew from Northern Italy is the ultimate comfort food. Read more to learn how to make this traditional dish, with the downloadable recipe inside!
The Real Dish on Italian Christmas Traditions
Local legend is that the form of the tortellino, which looks like a belly button, was inspired by a pasta maker’s mistress. Got you curious? Read on about the ‘real’ Italian Christmas dishes.
The Mystery Around Truffles
Learn about the amazing and rare world of truffles, and the famous White Truffle of Alba! Learn about the different types of truffles, how to cook with them, and the best wines to pair with a truffle dinner.
Frico with white wine: an idea for your next brunch, appetizer or party. Recipe inside!
Grab a glass of Vigna Petrussa’s white wine and indulge in a plate of Frico, or traditional Italian cheesy hash brown! It is as good as it sounds… so takes notes on the recipe inside!
A Twist on the Traditional Strudel– Try it with Figs Instead!
Looking for a dessert recipe? Try this fig strudel recipe from Northern Italy! Pairs great with sweet wines!
The Hidden Wonder of Prosciutto San Daniele from Friuli
There are few combinations more classically Italian than that of prosciutto (or cured ham) and wine. Learn about the history of a particular style, from San Daniele, and why it pairs so well with Vigna Petrussa’s white wines as an italian appetizer.