Having lived in Rome (Trastevere) in the early 1970s, the city has never lost its undeniable charm. Sheila and I were thrilled to share our love of this remarkable city with David (Sheila's brother) and Nancy, David's wife. Neither of them had ever visited Rome. Restaurant ...
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Do Hydroponic Tomatoes Have Any Taste?
I am always amused to see grocery stores that should know better - Whole Foods Market for one - promote hydroponic or "vine-ripened" tomatoes. In my experience, these tomatoes lack taste, but I suspect that many consumers believe that they are receiving better quality tomatoes. ...
Dijon Chicken and Mushrooms from David Ludwig
I am always looking for flavorful chicken recipes on a diet. In David Ludwig's cutting-edge diet book Always Delicious he lists a great recipe for Creamy Dijon Chicken and Mushrooms. Creamy Dijon Chicken with Mushrooms served with brown rice and broccoli The secret of ...
Fatty Liver and the Mediterranean Diet
The health benefits of the Mediterranean diet continue to generate rave reviews. Citing a study from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, the researchers concluded that the Mediterranean diet had a significant reduction in nonalcoholic fatty tissue around the liver. The study ...
La Foce: Reflections on World War II in Italy
La Foce is the estate of the Origo family located not far from Montepulciano in southern Tuscany. Renowned for its lovely gardens, it is best known as the home of Iris Origo who helped many children (and partisans) escape German persecution during ...
