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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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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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Cappelli Cocktails

Conserve Cocktails?  Extra Virgin Olive Oil Cocktail?   What the what?  Yep, folks, with a little imagination and booze, you...
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Villa Cappelli Favetta

Villa Cappelli Favetta A Puglia specialty.  A true southern Italian comfort food from La Cucina Povera. 1 KG Dried fava beans1 Onion1/8 tsp. Villa...
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Italian Food Tip: Peeling Garlic

If you need whole peeled cloves (not smashed with your knife), put your cloves in the microwave for a few seconds. The steam generated...
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Italian Cooking Tip: Eat Seasonally

Shop like an Italian and buy only ingredients and foods in season. Everything will be more flavorful and nutritious. Plus, it inherently adds variety...
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Italian Food Tip: Aged Balsamic Vinegar

Aged Balsamic Vinegar (15 years or more) pairs really well with Parmigiano-Reggiano. You only need a drop as the Balsamic will very strong, thick...
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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...
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Extra Virgin Olive Oil Mayo

Extra Virgin Olive Oil Mayo A healthy alternative to other mayonnaises. 3 eggs1/4 cup lemon juice1 teaspoon salt1.5 cups Villa Cappelli Extra Virgin Olive...
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7 Great Reasons to go on a Puglia Culinary Tour

While Italy has a ton of great culinary tours, we think Puglia really is THE place for foodies.  Here's why: 1. You'll tour the hottest...