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I always grow way too much basil. As soon as the weather is hot, these plants grow like weeds. I don't like to see the leaves turn brown and wither, so I am constantly thinking of ways to use this wonderful scented herb. Of course, there is always basil pesto in my refrigerator or freezer, of which I make plenty. It is wonderful in the winter on sp...

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September 26/27 - 3 PM - 1651 N. Highland Ave, 90028The Great Gravy/Sauce Cooking Competition is taking place again at The Galbani Cheese Feast of San Gennaro Los Angeles hosted by The Meatballs Of Comedy! Preliminary taste tests will be held on Saturday 9/26/15 and final judging will take place on Sunday 9/27/15! Great Prizes! Celebrity Judge...

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LaRosa's Family Pizzeria, a well-known Cincinnati Italian franchise, is scheduled to open in Nicholasville, Ky., early 2016. LaRosa's, which has served guests for over 60 years, has signed a franchise agreement with Lexington native Terry Seaborn to open and operate the Nicholasville pizzeria.   Over many years of visiting LaRosa's Cinc...

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It was roughly 45 years ago when Salvatore Coppola came to the U.S. from his home country of Italy.   After arriving, Coppola moved to Brooklyn and began working in various restaurants in New York City. Eventually, he moved to New Jersey to open up his own place to make delicious Italian cuisine.   Read more   Source: http...

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by Meredith Goad Lucille Chaisson took a break from making cookie dough at St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church and pointed out the open parish hall door to the stately brick house where she was born 73 years ago."My dad served Mass at this church every morning for 50 years, and my mother worked in the rectory," Chaisson said. "She was the cook in th...

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While Italian cuisine is one of the most famous in the world, it is also true that it is probably one of the most misunderstood. There are a multitude of recipes and traditions branded as typically Italian around the world, which are virtually unknown in the "Bel Paese" or only limited to certain areas.   These are often the results of cultu...

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by Amelia Pang   Fabio Cucina Italiana, a new Italian culinary in Midtown East, will open on Feb. 5. Chef Fabio Hakill's menu features homemade pasta made from locally sourced ingredients.   Signature dishes include Fettuccine alla Fabio, made at your table by Chef Fabio with porcini mushrooms and a delicate sauce that enhances t...

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Victor DiOrio of Diorio's Pizza & Pub will be taking a trip to Parma, Italy to compete in the 23rd annual World Pizza Championships. DiOrio, who co-owns DiOrio's with brother Tony DiOrio, won an all-expenses paid trip the tournament, which will be held April 7 through 9 in Parma, Italy.   The World Pizza Championships, referred to by man...

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For the average visitor or newcomer to San Francisco, the city's distinct neighborhoods are readily associated with the ethnic or cultural group whose imprint is most visible in the local landscape.   The rainbow flags of the Castro point to the gay (and lesbian, bisexual, and transgender) community. The Haight's tie-dye murals proclaim hipp...

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The Belmont section of the Bronx will host their annual Ferragosto festival that draws thousands of visitors from the tri-state area and beyond to the intersection of all-things-Italian at world-famous Arthur Avenue and East 187th Street on Sunday, September 7, from noon until 6pm. This ancient Roman festival dates back to 18 B.C. when the gatherin...

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