Until I visited Italy at Christmastime, I never realized the differences between how they celebrate Christmas and how Americans do. On...

One of the things I look forward to all year long is the Vendemmia, or grape harvest, at Podere Erica. And I am not the only one!  In...

Crostini Toscani features a rich chicken liver pate spread called "fegatini" on crunchy toasts. Crostini Toscani Serves 6 to 8 12 ounces...

Crostini con fagioli is a typical Tuscan appetizer featuring creamy white beans or cannellini beans, cooked slowly and then served on...

Arista con Patate Arrosto is typical Tuscan roasted pork with potatoes. Arista con Patate Arrosto Serves 6 to 8 1 ½ lbs. Pork roast 5...

I know it is the end of Summer, but here in San Francisco, as the fog disappears, we get our Indian Summer.  So, we are still thinking...

These classic Italian cocktails are perfect for summertime grilling. Negroni Our Massimo loves his Negroni. His recipe is simple,...

For me, nothing tastes like summer more than roasted bell peppers from the BBQ. MASSIMO’S GRILLED PEPPERS Ingredients: 6 red bell peppers...

One of the most famous dishes in Florence is La Bistecca alla Fiorentina.  It is a thickly cut Chianina beef steak which is grilled rare...

When I am in Italy in the Summer, I love to eat Panzanella Salad. You might be surprised how it looks in Italy. There are no croutons!...

Even if you don't love zucchini, you should try this recipe! MASSIMO’S GRILLED ZUCCHINI Ingredients: 3 zucchini, unpeeled and sliced...

If you can find Tropea onions, they are the best, but just about any onion will work. MASSIMO’S GRILLED ONIONS Ingredients: 2 large red...