We have eagerly been anticipating the arrival of our 2013 extra virgin olive oil from Amelia, imported directly from the farm in Umbria, since the harvest in November/December. It’s arrived early this year!Umbria produces excellent tasting oil and is as good, or even better than Tuscan oil. On a visit to Montefalco in Umbria, we tasted […]
Tag: Rise Artisan Bread
Marmalade And The Price of Copper
A “guest” blog from Christopher Brown of “Rise Artisan” Breads. A cautionary tale on the best tool for the job being the only way to excel. Although we’re well past marmalade season I continue to plug along making a few batches a week with the supply of Seville oranges I’ve put into cold storage. A […]
A Selection of 3 Crostini
I can’t help but think that a cold glass of Prosecco would be a great accompaniment. In Italy, a choice of more than one type of crostini is normally offered. Use slices of baguette or ficelle, or mini Market loaves from Rise Artisan.** The bread can be lightly toasted, if you wish, by placing bread […]
A Simple Radish Appetizer
Whenever I think radishes I think Spring is here! Slices of baguette Softened butter Worchestershire & Tabasco, you can substitute some anchovies if you like them. Sea salt & freshly ground black pepper New radishes such as French breakfast, sliced – save the small young leaves & add to a salad Snipped chives Combine […]