Monthly Archives: September 2007

I was in Turin yesterday and I couldn’t help but poke my nose into some of the beautiful historic cafes under the elegant portici in Piazza Castello. Cafe Mulassano is perhaps the oldest cafes in Turin. This liberty-style gem was … Continue reading →

I had one of the best afternoons I have had in a long time. Annette, a graduating student at UNISG, came and picked me to take me to where she is currently working–il laboratorio di resistenza dolciaria. From the first … Continue reading →

Yes, I survived Cheese 2007, but just barely. Cheese is something that should be respected and I learned this the hard way after the first day of this wonderful celebration in Bra. Last night there were spontaneous festivities to celebrate … Continue reading →

I just came across this “Table of Condiments that Periodically Go Bad”. I love it and I think it should be taped to everyone’s fridge (especially my mom’s).

If you ever have a chance to come to Cheese in Bra, Italy, do not hesitate. This is an amazing event. There are thousands of cheeses and wines to be tasted and so many passionate, interesting people to chat with. … Continue reading →