What a full day! We got a late start, did some laundry and reading after breakfast and finally set out for San Marco around 11:00. It was, as expected, very crowded, so we didn’t stay long. Just had to breathe … Continue reading →
We had a few things we really needed to accomplish today. First, my Italian cell phone wasn’t working so we found a TIM store and found we had to buy more minutes. Easy. It’s working fine now. Then we needed … Continue reading →
This was a really fabulous day! The main event was the Vogalonga–a major boat race/parade. Only non motorized boats can participate. They leave from San Marco, row out around the islands and back through Venice by way of the Canareggio … Continue reading →
Here we are! I cannot say clearly enough how thrilled I am to just be here. I am sitting on our terrace. It’s around 7pm here and a nice cool breeze is kicking up. It’s noisy but I am not … Continue reading →
Wow! We loved this recipe! The flavors were just perfect, rich and earthy but elegant. Just plain delicious! Thanks to Palma for sharing it. Although the recipe is for rabbit, Ken would NEVER dream of eating a rabbit (he’s such … Continue reading →
What a fun and rewarding recipe Sandi offered this week! I loved making it as much as I loved eating it. a Sunday roast with a Tuscan twist. This recipe for a Tuscan roasted pork is adapted from Once Upon … Continue reading →
For a long time I thought, I don’t have to do my recipe until AFTER San Diego. Now, poof. It’s here and I made it on Sunday. This is one of Ken’s all time favorite dinners. We usually have it … Continue reading →
Well, I’m not a big Rachel Ray fan but I have to say this was a very satisfying recipe. Ken and I both enjoyed it, very much. First off, she calls it “stoup” (a blend of soup and stew) but … Continue reading →
This was great fun! Although lamb is not my favorite protein Ken really loves it so I went for it. The recipe we used actually called for goat shanks but Ken was adamant that he would not eat “a” goat. … Continue reading →
Here’s an easy weekday chicken stir fry. You have to get a hold of some ingredients which may require a trip to an Asian food store. Cashew Chicken Stir-Fry cooking oil 2 to 3 cloves of garlic, minced 1 yellow … Continue reading →