Italian Home Cooking and Entertaining

I am back from Italy. I had a lovely time meeting with all my relatives  (too many people probably). I have had great dinners and of course the best gelato on earth: Vivoli’s. I also gathered several new recipes. I tested one of them for Christmas. It is a candy from Sardinia. The climate there is rather harsh and Summers are brutally hot. So no wonder they grow the best oranges and almonds. This recipe is just that: orange rind and almond laced with honey. That’s it. It is simple and delicious, just like I like it. Here it is:

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Dear Friends of Italian Home Cooking and Entertaining,
I’ve finally decided to answer “yes” to all the people who have been asking me if I do cooking demonstrations for private events and parties. Starting in 2008, I am pleased to announce that I will offer personalized cooking demonstrations for my clients and their friends featuring a range of Italian and European specialties. The events can be hosted in your home kitchen, in a rented kitchen at Hartwick’s at 5th Street Market, or some other beautiful site. I carefully explain each of the dishes and, as usual, supply guests with complete copies of all recipes. If you would like to organize your own cooking demonstration event or dinner, please contact me and we will begin to customize your unforgettable dining event together.
Buon appetito!

Andrea Loreto