Kresios in Telese (Bn): Vineyards...Vino...Gourmet

When I walked into Kresios in Telese, part of the Benevento province, Chef Giuseppe Iannotti was on the phone.   One moment he gestured wit...

Cool Recipes for a Hot Summer - Octopus Salad with Creamy Potatoes, Anchovy Sauce and Green Beans by Chef Paolo Gramaglia

This finger food was hard for me to resist . Chef Paolo Gramaglia of Ristorante President  in Pompei passed me the recipe. Ingredients for ...

Amazing Appetizers - L'Uovo Maritato con Cime di Rapa e Tartufo di Montagna by Chef Paolo Barrale - Marennà (Av)

A few weeks ago I had this amazing appetizer during a cooking class at Marennà.  Chef Paolo Barrale took simple ingredients to come up with...

My Mini Meatballs with Gelatina Extra di Aglianico

Mini meatballs make an amazing appetizer.  I made some recently with gelatina extra di Aglianico from Villa Matild e that gave mine an extr...

Amazing Appetizers – Caponata with Tomatoes, Nodino di Montella, and Cetara Anchovies by Chef Francesco Spagnuolo

It was hard to take my eyes off of this amazing appetizer served to me by Chef Spagnuolo  of Morabianco Ristorante .  And the flavors? Perfe...

Amazing Appetizers - Cantaloupe, White Celery , and Smoked Cod Salad by Chef Francesco Spagnuolo

My benvenuto from Chef Francesco Spagnuolo of Morabianca Ristorante was a little dolce a little salato , and perfect for the summer. Ingre...

Amazing Appetizers- Scallops Stuffed with Mozzarella and Basil Served with Marinated Vegetables by Chef Giuseppe Daddio

This appetizer, served to me by Chef Giuseppe Daddio of Locanda delle Trame , was a perfect beginning to a memorable Sunday lunch. Simple i...

An Evening with Mesali-an Invitation to Discover Irpinia

M-e-s-á-l-i. ..Jenny said. Jenny Auriemma , sommelier and part owner of La Locanda di Bu …a Michelin star Restaurant located in Nusco (Av)....