The History of Coffee

As a young Italian-American girl, growing up in Southern California in the early 1960s, it would be a comedic understatement to say that coffee was a huge part of my life. My grandparents immigrated from Italy (Sicily) in the 1940s, and by the age of six, I could break down and load up the family…

A Sublime Italian Recipe For a Great Steak

Italian is a delicious style of cuisine, almost indulgent with all the variety of ingredients and courses on offer. Far more than simply pizza or pasta, Italian food gives a real appreciation for fine dining. The whole experience From the apertivo (aperitif) to the desserts, then a dolce (sweet dessert), and caffe and digestivo, gives…

The Advantages to Having a Milk Frother

Italians are known for indescribable urge and love for their creative coffee recipes presented to them on coffee shop counters. No wonder their sisters and brothers in America have gone ahead and doubled the list for their coffee recipes not leaving out, of course, the Italian cappuccino and the famous latte in their menus. It…

The Perfect Tuscan Hideaway

“Where you are is who you are. The further inside you the place moves, the more your identity is intertwined with it. Never casual, the choice of place is the choice of something you crave.” – Under the Tuscan sun There’s definitely something magical about Tuscany, and it’s difficult to put your finger on exactly…

Common Pests – Introducing Bats

Bats are considered as dangerous pests in rural and urban manmade structures including houses, offices and schools although it must be said that man considered these animals with equal amounts of fascination and revulsion. Their presence can immediately induce strong feelings of fear among men, women and children mainly because of their repulsive appearance –…