Piacere Barbecue: Joy of Grilling in Italy

Dave DeWitt Europe Leave a Comment

Text and Photos by Harald Zoschke Editor’s Note: From the Umbrian city of Perugia, we already reported about the unique annual “Eurochocolate” event. Now Perugia also seems to earn the title as Italy’s barbecue capital. Already in its second year, the city hosted a ten day long event named “Piacere Barbecue”, which translates to joy of grilling. It went on …

An Italian Christmas Dinner

An Italian Christmas Dinner

Dave DeWitt Cooking with Chiles at the Holidays Leave a Comment

By Dave DeWitt Photos by Wes Naman Recipes Tacchino alla Porchetta (Herb-Scented Roast Turkey from Nereto) Gnocchi di Zucca (Pumpkin Gnocchi with Shavings of Smoked Ricotta and Sage Leaves) Patate al Forno con Rosmarino (Oven-roasted Potatoes Sprinkled with Rosemary, Garlic, and Peperoncino Powder) Panpepato (Spicy Chocolate-flavored Christmas Bread) A few years ago, my wife and I joined Harald and Renate …