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Pancetta vs. Guanciale

Posted on September 8, 2022 by babbityjean

These two Italian meats have many similarities, but also many differences.  Both come from pork and are cured to prevent bacteria growth and to achieve their distinct tastes.  Both are salty and fatty but without the smokiness of American bacon.  … Continue reading →

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What the Ermine Saw

Posted on September 1, 2022 by babbityjean

The last ten years have seen the publication of several books on the travels and travails of famous art coveted by art collectors and thieves.  The Hare with Amber Eyes traces a Jewish family’s collection of Japanese netsuke from Japan … Continue reading →

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Ciò che vide l’ermellino

Posted on September 1, 2022 by babbityjean

Gli ultimi dieci anni hanno visto la pubblicazione di numerosi libri sui viaggi ei travagli dell’arte famosa ambita dai collezionisti d’arte. The Hare with Amber Eyes ripercorre la collezione di una famiglia ebrea di netsuke giapponesi, dal Giappone all’Europa e … Continue reading →

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