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Explore the world of Italian food.  Dive in and learn all about this amazing world.  Learn recipes.  Discover how food is integral to Italian history and culture.  It’s a big delicious world out there, so take a bite of the sweet life through all these amazing dishes.

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7 Amazing Benefits of Garlic

Vampires may not be too keen on it but chefs and health gurus swear by it.  Garlic not only adds a ton of flavor...
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5 Oregano Health Benefits You Probably Didn’t Know

Oregano may be a tiny little herb, but it packs big health benefits. Perhaps that they knew something way back when they named this herb...
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048: Villa Cappelli Guest Chef

After a long hiatus, we are back to give you updates on happenings at the villa from record snow storms to our latest guests....
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046: The Best Italian Culinary Tour

There are all kinds of Italian Culinary Tours, but we like to think ours is pretty special — that's why I can say "best"...
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7 Reasons to Love Prosciutto Wrapped Figs

A lot of us are probably familiar with this dish's brother, prosciutto wrapped melon. And while that is delicious and nutritious as well, prosciutto...
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Villa Cappelli Aperol Spritz

Villa Cappelli Aperol Spritz A light and refreshing aperitif. 3 parts Prosecco2 parts Aperol1 part Soda (or sparkling water if you're in a jam) Fill...
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039: One of the best authentic Italian meals ever

Antichi Sapori definitely serves one of the best authentic Italian meals ever — really one of the best meals ever period, Italian or not. And,...
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030: Italian cures for the common cold, fact v. fiction

Italians have some amazing home remedies when you're feeling under the weather. These natural cures have been handed down from generation to generation and...
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Mama Cappelli’s Ragu

Mama Cappelli's Ragu This is a recipe right from the kitchen of Paul's mom, so you know it's going to be good. First,...
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Italian Cooking Tip: Artichokes

Forget the lemon or vinegar.  To keep your artichokes from browning while you're waiting to cook them, just add a pinch of flour to...