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Almonds from Noto Are Disappearing. How Local Is That?
The Noto almonds are incredible (read why here) and the trees are beautiful. The famous almond trees of Noto, Sicily would disappear if not for …

Paola’s Focaccia with Olives
This outstanding recipe for focaccia comes from our friend Paola Lovisetti-Scamihorn who is a passionate cook and food writer dedicated to spreading the word about …

International Day of Italian Cuisines is Tiramisu Flavored
Today is the International Day of Italian Cuisines at The International Culinary Center. We are excited to learn how Master Pastry Chef Giancarlo Perbellini makes …

“Happy New Year and Good Luck!!” from Elana
Suitcases stuffed with Gustiamo bounty, it was time for me to return home to San Francisco; my short stay in New York City had come to an …

The “local-ness” of Whole Grain Wheat in Italian Pasta
When I first heard about respected Italian pasta artisans making traditional pasta with Canadian grown whole grain durum wheat, I had a personal locavore mini-crisis. …

New Harvest 2012 Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil is in the USA
Evviva! The new extra virgin olive oils have finally arrived in our warehouse. Try them as soon as you can. You will not find fresher oils …
















