So what do the Piemontese eat for Christmas? It's not turkey. It's not stick meat. It's not ragu. It's cappone. Cappone is a traditional dish from Piemonte.
What do the Piemontese eat for…
Champagne for NYE
Someone recently introduced me to Bereche et Fils. A very classic champagne. And we all know a big "Champagne Holiday" is coming up! What are you planning on drinking?
Giveaway!
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Panettone
Panettone is one of the traditional italian desserts, usually associated with the holidays. Here is my attempt at making it...
Wine Wish List
Here are some of the wines on my Wish List! Pira Dolcetto Burlott Barbera Trediberri Langhe Nebbiolo Magnum Azelia Langhe Nebbiolo Marengo Barolo Vietti Moscato
Happy Holidays from Piemontegirl
It's December, and the holiday season has officially begun. As you can see, I am embracing the holiday spirit with some festivity! I will also have a few giveaways during the month of December, so stay tuned! To get the news first, sign up here.
Torta di Nocciole
One of the traditional desserts you encounter in Piemonte, is the hazelnut cake. I personally prefer Panna Cotta, but I decided to try my hand at the Torta di Nocciole!
Thanksgiving Wine Tips
Turkey season is upon us So I thought it would be fitting to share some wine suggestion to go with your Thanksgiving meal. Turkey is not a very powerful meat - low in fat and dries out easily. With meat like that, you should try to find a wine that is medium bodied and high... Continue Reading →
Breaking news!
One of my favorite producers, Giovanni Corino, has started making a new cru barolo! Can you guess which cru? It is always exciting to see a winery evolve and grow! I got a sneak peak at a recent tasting, and let me tell you, the wine is really good! Barolo Bricco Manescotto! The vineyard, located... Continue Reading →