March to the Marches
The Marches – rural Italy. A visit to this beautiful region some years back has me wanting to get back there with friends. I have given here some idea of … Continue reading
White wines
Finding a well rounded yet fresh white wine to drink in summer is not always easy. I found Prova Regia 2010, a Portuguese one in O’Donovan’s off licence for €11.50. … Continue reading
Oatcakes
This relaxed recipe is an alternative to soda bread and saves the mess of slicing. Don’t get hung up on the proportion of wholemeal to white, but half and half … Continue reading
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic Vinegar Balsamic vinegar has been part of the cuisine of many Italian regions for centuries. Matured for decades and traditionally for 12 years, this aged vinegar can be smooth … Continue reading
Spain’s food and wine
Spain’s culinary history goes back a long way, but it was Cervantes through his character Sancho Panza who declared that hunger was the best sauce, and often surviving on a … Continue reading
Vermentino: a grape variety to watch out for
A grape type to watch out for in Italy is Vermentino. It would be easy once a sample is enjoyed to describe its fruitiness and full flavour, but it’s not … Continue reading
Tabasco town
Based in Louisiana in the heart of the Mississippi delta, I visited the Tabasco factory recently to see the operation. Impressed with the artisan feel and environmental awarness, I was … Continue reading
Mississippi blues
Louisiana is open for business, but life is tough. Recovery from hurricanes is a slow process and any trip to the southern crescent state needs to be done with a certain … Continue reading
Roz Crowley 