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Originally Posted by Kalboz
(Post 33427717)
Nice lunch by the beach at Vernazza (Cinque Terre) - had several pasta dishes, seafood, and a nice bottle of the local white!
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BamaVol , thank you for reminding me I had a breakfast sausage chub in the freezer.
I’ve been a little obsessed with casseroles lately. I don’t think I’ve ever made one and had to google for the basic definitions. As always, I had to create a recipe with what I have on hand, et voilà - my breakfast casserole with polenta, ricotta, pork sausage, kale, cauliflower, tomatoes, and topped with a little cheese. I must say, it’s pretty darn good. https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...6ad32c3e9.jpeg https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...509873816.jpeg https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...f2fb7fb1b.jpeg |
Carryout:
Once upon a bagel, highland park il ny-style pastrami sandwich on rye with requested brown mustard and pickle cole slaw leftover cookies from Solvang CA. note - missed out on Billy corgan’s place. My loss. It’s the next door neighbor, having replaced E Street Denim (which once was in WSJ). https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...b81a93715.jpeg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...66ea4d6f1.jpeg https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...4ffe1f942.jpeg https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...05c8b5b1c.jpeg https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...9d7377b9c.jpeg https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...6048b7214.jpeg https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...70eeadbe0.jpeg |
Originally Posted by gaobest
(Post 33429532)
Carryout:
Once upon a bagel, highland park il ny-style pastrami sandwich on rye with requested brown mustard and pickle cole slaw leftover cookies from Solvang CA. note - missed out on Billy corgan’s place. My loss. It’s the next door neighbor, having replaced E Street Denim (which once was in WSJ). https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...b81a93715.jpeg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...66ea4d6f1.jpeg https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...4ffe1f942.jpeg https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...05c8b5b1c.jpeg https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...9d7377b9c.jpeg https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...6048b7214.jpeg https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...70eeadbe0.jpeg |
Originally Posted by chgoeditor
(Post 33429833)
You seem to be eating well! I'm glad they're not starving you. What are the restaurants are on the books for your visit? I get the sense you all focus on old favorites, but happy to recommend some new spots if you are looking for suggestions.
I hurt my calf in pickle ball today and our supper hosts introduced me to a fancy vibrator that super helped!! Knockoff of Theragun. |
Originally Posted by corky
(Post 33428432)
These pics of food and Italy are literally tugging at my heart.
After a failed attempt at taking a tour of the countryside, we went to the local trattoria (Trattoria del Pennello) that is literally located in our building courtyard to celebrate our son's 13th birthday. Lunch was seafood pizza, bone marrow ossobuco, and couple of other dishes. And of course partook the obligatory 1/2 liter of chilled and refreshing house white! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...ce8c8280_z.jpg The view from my bedroom - the stone structure at the left corner is Danti's house before exile! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...3c43c3bc_z.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...a6965bc1_z.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...f0e22967_z.jpg The presntation and this photo doesn't do any justice to the bone marrow ossobuco dish which was divine! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...d1c5b6cf85.jpg |
Originally Posted by Kalboz
(Post 33430708)
Tug by planning your grand Italian tour! :)
After a failed attempt at taking a tour of the countryside, we went to the local trattoria (Trattoria del Pennello) that is literally located in our building courtyard to celebrate our son's 13th birthday. Lunch was seafood pizza, bone marrow ossobuco, and couple of other dishes. And of course partook the obligatory 1/2 liter of chilled and refreshing house white! The view from my bedroom - the stone structure at the left corner is Danti's house before exile! I am always torn between returning to favorite places with great food (Italy & France) and going somewhere new. Mmm...osso bucco. |
For centuries, most parts of today's coastal Croatia were part of the Venice Republic. And, hence, you will encounter the architecture and coastal fortifications in places like Dubrovnik, Rovinj, Split, etc. So I wouldn't be surprised to find similar cuisine. Famous Italian-American TV chef Lidia Bastianich actually has a Croatian heritage.
Finally, got me some Scacciata from All'antico Vinaio - I was 4th when I got in line. Truly a Florentian masterpiece! :) https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...ddb81409_z.jpg |
Originally Posted by Kalboz
(Post 33431557)
For centuries, most parts of today's coastal Croatia were part of the Venice Republic. And, hence, you will encounter the architecture and coastal fortifications in places like Dubrovnik, Rovinj, Split, etc. So I wouldn't be surprised to find similar cuisine. Famous Italian-American TV chef Lidia Bastianich actually has a Croatian heritage.
Finally, got me some Scacciata from All'antico Vinaio - I was 4th when I got in line. Truly a Florentian masterpiece! :) |
Originally Posted by corky
(Post 33431805)
Are you implying that I won't lose weight in Croatia like I am hoping to do? :p
Heading out to Gustarium which is two minutes walk from my apartment to check out their pizza - they open at 7:30 PM local time. Stay tuned, will report back ... |
Originally Posted by Kalboz
(Post 33431858)
I'm eating pasta, pizza, scatchiata, gelato, etc. every day and deinking wine like a sailor and yet my sugar levels been the lowest ever since I started keeping track. So, no, my friend, with real ingredients and no corn, weird stuff, or other sugars in the food, you will be fine! :)
Heading out to Gustarium which is two minutes walk from my apartment to check out their pizza - they open at 7:30 PM local time. Stay tuned, will report back ...
Originally Posted by Kalboz
(Post 33431557)
For centuries, most parts of today's coastal Croatia were part of the Venice Republic. And, hence, you will encounter the architecture and coastal fortifications in places like Dubrovnik, Rovinj, Split, etc. So I wouldn't be surprised to find similar cuisine. Famous Italian-American TV chef Lidia Bastianich actually has a Croatian heritage.
Finally, got me some Scacciata from All'antico Vinaio - I was 4th when I got in line. Truly a Florentian masterpiece! :) https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...ddb81409_z.jpg https://www.mangiabedda.com/scacciat...-knead-recipe/ |
ORD Reggio’s pizza
pepperoni / sausage deep dish - they closed while I was eating there, maybe around 1:45?? fountain Barq’s root beer soda https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...5168ae37f.jpeg https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...3f039270a.jpeg https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...4c344b4eb.jpeg https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...02c375042.jpeg https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...9a39c9f09.jpeg
Originally Posted by corky
(Post 33431328)
While not a grand Italian tour, my last vacation was Italy in 2019. This year my big trip is Croatia which I don't expect to be a foodie Paradise & I am ok with that.
I am always torn between returning to favorite places with great food (Italy & France) and going somewhere new. Mmm...osso bucco. it’ll be delicious and worth it. |
Originally Posted by Kalboz
(Post 33431858)
I'm eating pasta, pizza, scatchiata, gelato, etc. every day and deinking wine like a sailor and yet my sugar levels been the lowest ever since I started keeping track. So, no, my friend, with real ingredients and no corn, weird stuff, or other sugars in the food, you will be fine! :)
Heading out to Gustarium which is two minutes walk from my apartment to check out their pizza - they open at 7:30 PM local time. Stay tuned, will report back ... |
Originally Posted by BamaVol
(Post 33432220)
I never gain weight in Europe. I average 10 miles of walking a day and eat until I’m stuffed.
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Supporting the hawkers during this latest round of restrictions including ‘ only take out ‘ allowed .. just half the stalls were open . Rather depressing with no lines / queues . As you can see below , we managed a good spread .
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...36879e23c.jpeg Prawn mee hoon ( thin rice noodles ) with fish cake and pork . https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...2004d1c79.jpeg What is left of the mee siam and prawn mee pok ( fettuccine like noodles ) https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...1bfeb8ffa.jpeg Mutton bryani , achar https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...d2b0deab0.jpeg Egg prata with vegetable curry https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...6a3b875e3.jpeg 2 types of chee cheong fun ( rice noodles ) with char siew and liver lup cheong ( Chinese sausage ) fillings |
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