My first trip to New York was nothing like my second trip, which I just returned from. My first trip was planned with a friend for an upcoming long weekend back in 2003. The only person I knew in New York, my cousin, was going to be away but graciously let me stay in her [...]
Entries from October 2010
Visiting New York City: the second time around
October 28th, 2010 · 15 Comments
Tags: Travels Abroad · U.S.
Classic Chocolate Mousse and Espresso Coffee Chocolate Chip Mousse Cake Recipe
October 13th, 2010 · 11 Comments
Yesterday was my birthday. As you may have seen the past few years reading my site, in Italy it’s custom for the birthday gal/guy to bring treats & drinks into the office to share with colleagues. I usually bring something, and I enjoy a little indulgence in making something I know I will like, and [...]
Tags: Chocolate · Dessert · Discovering Food · Food · Me · Recipe
A Pugliese wedding in Abruzzo at Castello di Septe
October 4th, 2010 · 8 Comments
If you want to feel like a princess, why not have your reception at a castle? Luckily the ceremony was early enough that when we arrived, we could still enjoy a few hours of daylight around the castle’s grounds and pool. I’ve been to a few weddings where the reception took place in a beautiful [...]
