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Italian Travel Tips: Food, Drink and Beyond — Curious Appetite

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10 ways to cook with porcini mushrooms

10 ways to cook with porcini mushrooms

Not just a great alternative to the fresh mushroom, dried porcini are an Italian pantry staple in their own right. They pack a lot of flavor and that flavor is richer and earthier. With that in mind, Coral and Elisa have put together a list of our favorite 10 ways to cook with dried porcini mushrooms.

Quick Guide to Italian Risotto Rice

Quick Guide to Italian Risotto Rice

Curious about all the various Italian risotto rice types, i.e. arborio, carnaroli (the caviar of Italian risotto rice) and vialone nano? This post is dedicated to one of Italy's most beloved comfort foods peppered with fascinating cultural food history. Buon appetito! Written by Elisa Scarton-Detti

Fall Food Experiences and Specialities in Italy

Fall Food Experiences and Specialities in Italy

Curious about the best local foods in Florence? What you'll find will depend on the season you visit! Read up on local flavors, events and more in Florence, Bologna, around Tuscany and more. By Elisa Scarton Detti and Coral Sisk.

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