• How is it that spilling wine brings good luck?

    time Posted December 22, 2009 * Comments(3)

    Andy K posted:

    At dinner yesterday, pour a little wine across the table and sprinkle a few drops are in my 's shoe Mrs superb beside him (as I speak with my hands a lot). Absolutely embarrassed by this unexpected feat, I apologize, but she replied, "No, it's good luck." So how is it good luck if you bless someone with a spray of wine in them? BTW, the "Baptized" the woman was originally from Italy, so maybe something Italian, a European thing, or even a universal thing (and I never heard of it before) is to say good luck to spill the wine ? Anyone heard of this before? Anyone know where it originated or? I 'd like to add, I ate only one glass of wine (first), such as glass derramé I had just been completed – I wasn' t drink.

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    What type of wine goes best with Veal Parmesan?

    time Posted December 5, 2009 * Comments(9)

    arizonapolecat posted:


    Going out to a nice Italian BYOB, I'm going to have the baby cow?, Not s? which will? the wife. ? Qu? type you suggest wine, Merlot, Burgandy, dark red?

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    What is a good wine to go with pasta and red sauce?

    time Posted October 8, 2009 * Comments(7)

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    Italian sausage is? in red sauce. What suggestions meet. I 'm not a frequent drinker of wine. Thank you. xxx suggestions of red or white wine satisfied. ;)

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    How do you say “Wine of the LoBalbo’s” in Italian? ?

    time Posted October 6, 2009 * Comments(3)

    Ashleigh L posted:


    LoBalbo is a surname. Thanks!

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    What kind of wine would I like?

    time Posted August 4, 2009 * Comments(11)

    hwmabire3 posted:


    I don 'drink alcohol t very often, but occasionally my husband and I saldr? Navarre an Italian restaurant and enjoy? a glass or two of wine. Always ask the same class, though, which is white Zinfandel. Bebo things to taste the wine is great and am? Why? he isn 't too strong and has a sweet taste? l. However, I find out if there are some other wines that might have liked, just to break routine. As? therefore, I am open to suggestions. ? he doesn 't have to be a wine ruborizaci? No, it can be red or white or whatever. But I prefer a sweet wine. ? Thoughts?

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    time Posted July 28, 2009 * Comments(0)
    Tavern – thelovingspoonful.net
    07/28/2009
    Tavern 11648 San Vicente Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90049 (310) 806-6464 tavernla.com Ordered : Southern Belle Domaine Gresser Riesling Haricot Verts with Jamon, Hazelnuts, and Seal Bay Triple Cream Halibut Grilled in Fig Leaves, Wild Mushrooms, Pancetta, and Figs Niman Ranch Rib-eye Steak Frites with Chimichurri and Arugula “Snickers” Bar, Salted Peanuts Review : To add onto last week’s review of the bar at Tavern, here is a peek at the restaurant’s dinner fare.
    Italy GSM SIM Cards – comtarticles.com
    07/28/2009
    Italy has always inspired romance in people. When-ever you hear about Italy, there is that feeling of it being synonymous with romance, boasting of rich tradition of lovers, one being the excesses of legendary Latin lover Casanova. Walking through those narrow little streets in Rome can be equalled to very few of the romantic experience that you have ever had. Never-the-less, as you travel through Italy, you would need to be in touch with your associates, friends and your family back home.
    New Short Story – erikbosse.wordpress.com
    07/28/2009
    Condoms and Sarapesby Erik BosseIt was a quiet afternoon in May. I sat on the second floor balcony of Alex’s apartment above the defunct Michoacán Bar on the western fringe of downtown San Antonio. On the thrift shop table between us lay scattered a dozen tubes of oil paints in many colors which he insisted he had stolen from the Southwest School of Art and Craft.Alex had been living over the bar for maybe a year. It’s along the railroad tracks between a light industrial area and a brutally impoverished residential neighborhood.
    Ten Reasons Why Italians Are Thinner – iexpertblog.com
    07/28/2009
    A phrase I hear a lot in Rome from tourists is, “how come you never see fat Italians?” So how is it that Italians can stay so thin when all they eat is pasta and pizza? To many outsiders the Italian diet is a carbaholic’s dream, but really there is a lot more to it than that. The following are the top ten reasons why the Italians have the most healthy diet and attitude to food in the world, this can be proven by their low obesity rate, longevity statistics, and the general better health of the Italian race.
    Red Wine Makes Women Randy – asylum.com
    07/28/2009
    Filed under: Sex , Booze , Women , Happy Hour Hero Our happy hour fact to amaze your drinking buddies with. Female red wine drinkers have a stronger sex drive than those who prefer other drinks or don’t drink at all. Italian researchers had women take the Female Sexual Function Index, a test used to … Read more   Permalink  |  Email this  |  Linking Blogs  |  Comments
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    Red wine increases women’s sexual desire – iprissy.com
    07/28/2009
    A glass or two of red wine may increase a woman’s libido, a scientific study has found. By Roger Dobson Chemical compounds found in red wine may improve blood flow Photo: GETTY Researchers concluded that levels of sexual desire were higher in women who were moderate drinkers of red wine than in their counterparts who preferred other alcoholic drinks, or were teetotal. One theory put forward by the team of Italian doctors who carried out the study is that chemical compounds found in red wine may improve sexual functioning by increasing blood flow to key areas of the body.
    Thaime for dinner! – omnom.foobeh.com
    07/28/2009
    There was a Thai food truck back at CMU which I frequented for lunch, and because vegetarian selections were $1 cheaper, I usually ended up getting the strangely delicious Thai basil eggplant. I’ve never been a huge Eggplant Fan, but Thai cooking can make anything taste exciting and new! Much of this magic is due to the judicious application of fish sauce—that Shining Prince of the Condiment Kingdom.
    August 2009 Events in Sydney, Australia – sydneytravelblog.blogspot.com
    07/28/2009
    From Sydney City Life August 2009 Events in Sydney and New South Wales 29 July to 1 August 2009 – Elling – Presented by Sydney Theatre Company in association with Ambassador Theatre Group. Based on the novel by Ingvar Ambjørnsen. After two years of sharing a room in a mental institution Elling and Kjell are allowed back into society. For tickets visit the venue, Riverside Theatres Parramatta .
    Plan a Romantic Summer Getaway in Rome – escape2mars.com
    07/28/2009
    Many lovers see Italy as an idyllic getaway, perfect for helping their relationship blossom. With a romantic atmosphere, amazing food and great wine to enjoy by candlelight, all while being serenaded by street musicians, there’s no reason not to fall in love with Italy – or to share the experience with your loved one. However, with so many fantastic cities and towns to choose from in Italy, it can be hard to decide on a romantic getaway destination.
    Can Italian Food Be Healthy? – drweigh.com
    07/28/2009
    What comes to mind when you think of Italian food? Creamy foods, extra cheese, thick pizza, lasagna?  In America, Italian cooking is known for its large portions with lots of cheese and sauce.  Many dishes are not likely to be good for your health or your waistline.  Here are some lower calorie dishes and helpful hints to consider when eating at an Italian restaurant.  Bon Appetit! Healthy Italian Dining: Before heading to the restaurant: Whenever possible review the menu from your restaurant of choice BEFORE you head out.
    More Restaurants Now Carry Adirondack Winery Wines – adirondackwinery.wordpress.com
    07/28/2009
    Adirondack Winery recently added three to its growing list of area restaurants offering its wine . We want to thank these restaurants for supporting our locally-made product and also encourage you to visit these places — enjoy a great meal along with our wines! Additionally, if you’d like to see our wines at a restaurant you frequent in the area, go ahead and make a request with the manager — customer requests are one of the best ways to encourage a restaurant to offer our wines…THANKS!
    Rome (EYEWITNESS TRAVEL GUIDE) (Turtleback) – the-vacationguide.com
    07/28/2009
    Amazon.com Review Too bad the essence of Rome can’t be bottled and exported to a corner store near you. If it could, you could pick up a weekend’s worth of Rome along with your pint of milk and Snickers bar, and you’d probably never get to repainting the stairs, doing the laundry, or watching that new video release. Instead you’d be gawking at St. Peter’s, ogling the Temple of Vesta, devouring saltimbocca in a trattoria, and sipping Sangiovese at a wine bar. You might not even get to the Snickers bar.
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    time Posted July 28, 2009 * Comments(0)
    Wine Weddings – envymags.com
    07/28/2009
    A toast to the happy couple! Every last Tuesday of each month, experts at Andiamo Ristorante (2521 Rutland) offer tastings and advice on how to  pair food and wine into a perfect match. Tonight at 7pm, professional sommelier Pier Manna will present a slew of Italian wines to go along with a tantalizing menu of prosciutto e melone, scaloppa di pollo alla pizzaiola and bavarese al cioccolato bianco. Don’t know what those are? It all translates into “Italian deliciousness.” This fine dining experience costs $40 per person.
    Rustic Italian Toast Topped with Egg, Mushrooms and Parmesan Romano Cream Sauce – recipephile.org
    07/28/2009
    Breakfast in the house that I share with friends on Fire Island is always a treat and each weekend someone is bound to take the reigns and prepare a fabulous meal for all to devour. But being the chef can also be somewhat of a challenge, because all meals are judged using two important metrics.  The first is flavor profile and the cook’s ability to cohesively balance the flavors in each and every bite.  The other can be a little daunting and was labeled by my friend Paul as “the creative use of leftovers from the night before”.
    14 Days listings – 14days.shorenewsnow.com
    07/28/2009
         Free Family Night Dance Party 7:30 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, July 29 at the Promenade and JFK Boulevard, Sea Isle City.     TD Bank Atlantic City Food and Wine Festival July 30-Aug. 2 at various venues in the city. A complete listing of events, ticket information and celebrity appearances can be found at http://www.acfoodandwine.com .       “Magic on the Mall” Events Fridays and Saturdays in July and August at the Shore Mall in Pleasantville. Street magic with Brian Neuber and Bill Citino will be performed 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
    Ten Reasons Why Italians Are Thinner – fitnessandhealthy.com
    07/28/2009
    A phrase I hear a lot in Rome from tourists is, “how come you never see fat Italians?” So how is it that Italians can stay so thin when all they eat is pasta and pizza? To many outsiders the Italian diet is a carbaholic’s dream, but really there is a lot more to it than that. The following are the top ten reasons why the Italians have the most healthy diet and attitude to food in the world, this can be proven by their low obesity rate, longevity statistics, and the general better health of the Italian race.
    Unti Vineyards keeps it in the family – alanat.com
    07/28/2009
    filed in Travel on Jul.28, 2009The tasting room at Unti Vineyards is open by appointment only, but here’s the trick: Appointments often are available at short notice. So if you’re not the plan-ahead type and find yourself at the end of the winery’s long gravel driveway, whip out your cell phone and see if they can fit you in.ImagesView Larger ImagesThe Tasting RoomUnti Vineyards keeps it in the family 07.26.09Cakebread still a Wine Country standout 07.19.09Chalk Hill offers views to match the
    The Tangible Kingdom – Creating Incarnational Community – goddiscussion.com
    07/28/2009
    The Tangible Kingdom Creating Incarnational Community J B Leadership Network Series Written for those who are trying to nurture authentic faith communities and for those who have struggled to retain their faith, The Tangible Kingdom offers theological answers and real-life stories that demonstrate how the best ancient church practices can re-emerge in today’s culture, through any church of any size.
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    Substitute for wine in pasta recipe?

    time Posted July 28, 2009 * Comments(17)

    H.H. posted:


    This pasta recipe calls for about half the cup dry white wine, but I don 't want to use any alcohol in my cooking. There are a substitute I can use or be? Just very well if you omit it entirely? It 's Italian pasta with pesto, garlic, tomatoes, and the cannellini beans. Thanks! * For the what? sos who say the alcohol cooks out-? l never really completely out kitchen-all? is always some left, just less.

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    Villa Vino – chowdownatlanta.com
    07/28/2009
    Remember Genki in Buckhead? Well, they gave up half of their space to this new Italian restaurant/wine bar. Decor is the usual Buckhead type bar/restaurant — yellow walls, dark woods, shiny floors, cozy booths, not to mention a humongous patio which is great for people watching or catching some rays. They have a pretty long wine list and the usual beers (including Fat Tire). I was surprised by the pizzas which are actually pretty good — the crust is sweetish, thin, nicely charred.
    Viva Las Vegas: Day 2 – iowagirleats.wordpress.com
    07/28/2009
    Day 2 in Las Vegas started with some flamingo watching at The Flamingo Ben and I got up early to explore our hotel and stumbled upon a whole lagoon type area filled with flamingos, exotic birds, ducks, turtles and fish…it was practically a zoo! Photo op While continuing our hotel exploration, I stopped to get a breakfast bar at one of the many gift shops. I saw this baby and snatched it right up. Ummm Vanilla Yogurt bar with 11g of protein? Sign me up! This was crunchy, sweet and creamy, so delish.
    Marque Restaurant, Surry Hills – tummyrumble.net
    07/28/2009
    Alchemy. I think it’s the right word. Or maybe magician? I don’t think either of these words conveys the level of skill and artistry evident in Mark Best’s food. But first, the back story. I’ve met Mark Best of Marque Restaurant a couple of times. The restaurant is a stone’s throw from my place, and I walk past often. Thanks to twitter, I introduced myself, and occasionally will say hello,  if I’m passing.Recently, bloggers and PR people were bought together to discuss how best to work together.
    Travel Tip Tuesday : Current Contests and Giveaways – mymelange.net
    07/28/2009
    Nothing makes me happier than seeing lots of great travel sweepstakes and free trip offers.  Scratch that. Winning a free trip would make me happier.  Happier than what? Well, happier than not winning. Or happier than paying for it myself!So, today I am sharing the love by bringing you some great travel contests and giveaways that you don’t wanna miss.Only 3 days left to enter Condé Nasts Dream Trip contest.
    It’s all about the love – chezcliff.com
    07/28/2009
    Italy shuts down between 1 and 3 p.m. every day.  Even the restaurants and bars.  If you find yourself hungry at 1:30, forget about it.  You’d have better luck capturing a pigeon for lunch than finding an open restaurant. Thus was our predicament during one day of our vacation. Maybe it was poor planning on our part or the fact that the previous nights dinner still sat in our stomachs.  Whatever the excuse, hunger did not visit us until we were into the lunch-time blackout.
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