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The Controversy over Tiramisù

Posted on July 28, 2016 by babbityjean

Tiramisù, which means “lift me up,” is a popular Italian dessert made of lady fingers dipped in coffee and layered with a whipped mixture of eggs, sugar, mascarpone cheese, and flavored with cocoa.  Unlike other traditional Italian dishes (whose recipes … Continue reading →

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Il mistero di Stradivari (o Stradivarius)

Posted on July 21, 2016 by babbityjean

Antonio Stradivari (in latino, Antonius Stradivarius) fu un liutaio italiano, un costruttore di strumenti a corde di straordinaria fattura come violini, viole, violoncelli, chitarre, e arpe.  Il nome “Stradivari” o “Stradivarius” connota l’eccellenza nella liuteria, anche se altri liutai della … Continue reading →

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The Mystery of Stradivari (or Stradavarius)

Posted on July 21, 2016 by babbityjean

Antonio Stradavari (in latin, Antonius Stradivarius) was an Italian luthier — a maker of extraordinary stringed instruments such as violins, violas, cellos, guitars, and harps.  Even if you’re not a musical expert, the name “Stradavarius” connotes excellence in instrument making … Continue reading →

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