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Filippo Scioli in his Guardiagrele workshop... | photo: ©Lonza65

He just need to hold some scrap iron in his hands and he knows exactly what he can obtain from it. He likes to say that he is a “cittadino della Terra” (citizen of the Earth) because he does not like labels or definitions... Portrait of a blacksmith :: Filippo, the one and only Iron Man 72.0 via APPETIBILIS

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Wine basics

Wine is made with grapes, but not typical table grapes you’ll find at the grocery... Common Types of Wine via Wine Folly

It’s instinctive, when picking barbecue wines, to look for inspiration to countries where barbecuing is an art form... Wine: why Spanish wines work with barbecues | Life and style via The Guardian

English sparkling wines begin to catch the eye of wine critics and enthusiasts around the globe... The Best Vineyards in England | Travel via Smithsonian

The Difference Between Champagne, Prosecco And Cava, Explained via huffingtonpost.com

Food matters

Georgia-Rose Fairman makes desserts that are delicious, beautiful and a little gross... A Sculptor’s Assistant Whose Canvas Is Cake via The New York Times

Preserving with...


Preserving Lemons with Angela Hartnett via NOWNESS

Cold-pressed

What Should You Look for When Buying Olive Oil? What really matters when getting your EVOO... Arts & Culture via Smithsonian

Parcels of Tastiness, Tofu and How to Make a Fortune Cookie

Déjeuner sur l'herbe - Carrot quiche...
Recipe and Food Styling: Orsola Ciriello Kogan

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:: Tofu: you either love it, or you haven't had it prepared well... A Guide to Tofu Types and What to Do With Them via Serious Eats ::

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Why can't we resist the aroma of a barbecue? A barbecue's aroma can turn many of us into drooling fools - but why do we react this way? via The Independent

Bouillabaisse; choucroute garnie; cassoulet; galette; quenelle de brochet... Tasting France Through 5 Signature Dishes via NYTimes.com

These are diet-killers, but there's nothing more satisfying than a taste of these ingredients-filled carbo-loaded parcels of tastiness... Festive dumplings via The Straits Times SoShiok

So popular are these sweet treats that bespoke versions with personalised messages have become bonbonniere items at weddings... How to make fortune cookies via Good Food

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Veg - Carrots Bouquet in a Glass Jar
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BBQ and the elemental scent of meat cooking over fire...

Mack n Wilson's cooking notes: Decided to cook some fresh mackerels, first we thought of grilling-it than decided for the oven... @ockstyle

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Recipe testing: And there were some mackerels… via Edible*Times



Here are some cheats and shopping hints that’ll take a skewer to your stress bubble... How to throw a last minute barbecue via BBC Good Food

The elemental scent of meats being cooked over fire, dating back roughly 1.8 million years, remains part of our culinary DNA... Smoke: Why we love it, for cooking and eating via The Washington Post

I cooked in several households, I worked very hard, testing, testing and watching chefs intensely... Seven ages of a chef: Albert Roux via The Observer

In one sandwich lies the formula for infinite deliciousness... The BLT Variations via WSJ.com

The link between diet and mental health is a new field of research, but studies have already shown a close association between the two topics... Do Donuts Make Us Depressed? New Food-Mood Research Says Yes via Details

Probiotics the beneficial microbes that some experts believe play a significant role in gut health and in keeping our immune system robust... Dishes for Digestive Health via NYTimes.com

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Edible Works of Art and Australian BBQ Essentials

A bake-off in which art fans across the land produce comestible homages to their favorite works of art.... The Bake Sale as High Art | slate.com

Haven't tried Kangaroo yet? Maybe it's time... Essential recipes for the great Australian barbecue - Kangaroo burgers with wild tomato chutney and apple and cabbage slaw | au.lifestyle.yahoo.com

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Italica… Contenitori per il cibo e accessori per il pranzo fuori casa... Lunch box Sigg by l'Écal | Living

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Portrait of a stuffed mussel...
Food Styling Notes by ockstyle

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Italica… Gli uomini? Mangiano peggio delle donne E inquinano (anche) di più | Corriere.it

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In a few years you might be eating seafood straight from Copenhagen’s harbour... How fresh can oysters get? | N by Norwegian

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Blogosphere's update

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Impressed? And not a plastic tray in sight... The world's most decadent plane food | Travel - Stylist Magazine

The Food Issue - Food Is People: Look closely at Jody Horton's photographs of food, and you'll see the passionate folks who make it | Arts - The Austin Chronicle

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With a happy orange hue and an antioxidant content that's nothing to sneeze at, turmeric warms up the winter table... Turmeric: Snow Day Superfood | WSJ.com

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Grilled Desserts and The Truth About Food. (Please don't overfeed the humans)

Grilled desserts are the coolest way to end a summertime meal... Desserts for the Grill: A Hot Combination - WSJ.com

Europeans know how to keep it simple... Normann Food Recipes | Trendland: Design Blog & Trend Magazine

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Italica… Cosa fare a Roma: le visite guidate al Foro romano di notte | travelblog.it

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Roman holidays: handmade ceramic tiles

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Italica… Bimbi senza mamma e papà, L’altra faccia dei femminicidi | La Stampa

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An aperitifs is more than a drink; it's a healing ritual... American Aperitifs: New Takes on Old-School Drinks - WSJ.com



Child obesity: Children who can't stop eating | BBC News

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Blogosphere's update

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Did you know that genetically modified food is banned in most of Europe? How to Avoid GMOs : 4 Easy Ways to Remove Genetically Engineered Foods From Your Diet | The Daily Details

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The demon drink: war on sugar | Life and style | The Observer

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Grilled Eel with Pickled Plums, Caesar Salad and... Surprising Foods to Grill

Called gasshokukin or shokugōkin, these are foods that are not supposed to be eaten with each other for health reasons... Watch your summer food pairings | The Japan Times

12 Surprising Foods to Grill. Who knew you could grill breakfast—and eggs? | Shape Magazine

Grill Virgins: 5 Steps To Success For Beginners, because anyone can “man” the grill... | zesterdaily.com

Lettuce on the grill? Grill Your Caesar Salad | Men's Health

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Italica… Origami in cucina. L'arte giapponese del piegare la carta incontra quella di preparare gli ingredienti... | L'espresso food&wine

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Snapshots from Rome : Wooden Type

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Italica… Test genetici per dimagrire o per scoprire le intolleranze alimentari: gli esperti sono scettici. L’Associazione italiana celiachia prende posizione | Il Fatto Alimentare

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50 Things to Grill in Foil and How to make a foil packet... | Recipes and Cooking : Food Network

Grilling: Grilled Salmon Recipe From Ryan Dungey | MensJournal.com

You already know its smoky goodness makes everything better, and that’s doubly true on the grill...
9 Ways to Spice Up Your Grilling | Oprah.com

Go Back to Grilling and Smoking Basics... Ultimate Barbecue Guide | yumsugar.com

Short of Cod, Massachusetts Chefs Suggest a Dish of Blood Cockle | WSJ.com

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Blogosphere's update

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FREE Happy Summer Printables on 'Oh Happy Day' | Eat Drink Chic

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Midlife Eating Disorders | theage.com.au

How Carbs Can Trigger Food Cravings | NYTimes.com

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