Tag: Sienna
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Chicoria and parmigiano
Once upon a time in a happier Italy, I stepped into a bar in Sienna. No this is not a “step into a bar” joke. It’s about a great and simple dish that came with the Pinot Grigio I ordered. Finely cut chicory leaves, grated parmesan on top and a little drizzle of olive oil.…
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tavola bianca
The picture above was the inspiration for the name of this blog. I visited Umbria in July of 2004 right before the Athens Olympic games. It was a memorable trip especially from the gastronomic point of .. taste. Summertime in Umbria means eating alfresco. The tables outside a restaurant are all covered with linen…