Category: lifestyle
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Passing on Pasta Traditions
A few weeks ago, our 3-year-old granddaughter arrived to stay for a few days as we awaited the arrival of her new baby sister. I was eager to pack in as much fun as possible since I had lost a lot of precious time with my granddaughters during the pandemic. As I brainstormed ideas, I…
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Savoring at Table
When we traveled to Italy, we discovered that Italians seem to savor their food more fully than Americans do. They lingered over dinner for hours, with no particular need to rush. However, in our lives, it’s not that easy to do. After dinner, I’m ready to clean up and move to the next task. When…
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Farm to Table Eating
As the leaves begin to turn and temperatures drop a bit, I keep thinking about a restaurant we enjoyed last fall.
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Tomato Heaven
South Jersey bursts with its famous tomatoes this time of year, and I’m always looking for new ways to take advantage of them. My social media feed gives me plenty of inspiration. A recipe that often pops up in assorted variations is panzanella salad, an Italian combo of juicy, ripe tomatoes with dried bread. Although…
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