Category Archives: Puglia

Meet Marie Benedetti Panzera

I met Marie through my sister, Mary.  Along with their husbands, Mary and Marie lived as neighbors and friends for many years in Mendham, New Jersey.  They shared good times and a love of cooking.  An excellent cook herself, my … Continue reading

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L’olio d’oliva

Olive oil, of course, is becoming more and more popular in the United States.  While Spain produces the most in the world, there seems to be some cachet in having “Imported from Italy” on the label…so much so that there … Continue reading

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Il Cibo della Puglia

The foods of this region of Italy (“the heel of the boot”) are quickly gaining favor among foodies for fresh flavors and healthy Mediterranean ingredients.  Vegetarians would be in heaven here.  Read on for cooking at the Masseria (farmhouse), including … Continue reading

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