Blog Archives for category Culinary Conversations

Una Gita a Paestum

I am filling my free weekends while I am in Italy with as many day trips and excursions as possible. … Continue reading »

La Pioggia

A rainy start to the day here in Sorrento, which puts a damper on my plans to head over to… Continue reading »

La Dolce Vita

‘The sweet life’.  I can’t think of a better phrase than this to describe the way of life in Italy.  Even… Continue reading »

Un Giorno Tipico

To say that any day in Italy is a typical day is, I realize, a complete and utter paradox.  (Sort… Continue reading »

Michelangelo Cheese Factory

One of the many hidden gems in Piano di Sorrento, the suburb of Sorrento proper where my Hotel is located,… Continue reading »

A Day in Capri

I can’t think of anything more spectacular than spending a mild Spring day on the Isle of Capri—you know the… Continue reading »

La Marina Grande

Yesterday, Mary Lauren and I spend the afternoon in Sorrento.  After a light colazione (breakfast) of fresh fruit, yogurt, and… Continue reading »

Nature’s Bounty

Walking around in Italy, there are just as many produce stands as there are cafes.  Boxes of over-sized, richly hued… Continue reading »

Roman Holiday

Friday evening, after a delectable menu at Mami Camilla Cooking School of steamed artichokes with potatoes, pici pasta carbonara, roasted… Continue reading »

Viva Italia!

While exploring Piano di Sorrento today I came across a villa and adjoining park that was open to the public. … Continue reading »