“BenGusto” Cooks at Restaurant in Tuscany
I spent two weeks this summer working in the kitchen at the Agrihotel Elisabetta in Cecina, Italy in the region of Tuscany. It is run by the famous Brunetti family, and […]
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Spaghetti with Shrimp and Zucchini
Saffron is one of the most sought after spices in the world. The delicate threads from the purple saffron flower are treated like gold. This isn’t only due to the […]
Homemade Pasta- The Italian Art
Pasta fatti in casa were the words so often used by the local Trattorie beside every dish of pasta on the menu (traditional Italian comfort restaurants) . The words “pasta fatti in casa” mean […]
Homemade Swiss Muesli
People tend to be drawn to Switzerland by the towering snow-capped Alps, the stunning blue lakes, or, if you are on the wealthy side, their banks. However, their cuisine is […]
Salmon and Dill Pasta
I now present to you.. the greatest use of leftover salmon from the night before! Wow, how intense. This pasta is my version of a classic Italian dish, commonly used […]
Pasta with Broccoli and Spicy Breadcrumbs
Growing up eating pasta, in and out of Italia, my family and I have become specialists on the secrets to the classic dish. Many people seem to focus mainly on […]
Italy’s Finest Meats: BenGusto.com’s Butcher Shop
Technically, my butcher shop in the small town of Neive, in the vineyard regions of Piemonte, Italy, is not the best butcher shop in Italy. However, I have given it […]