Thanksgiving Turkey : Arborio Rice Stuffing
Making a holiday turkey for Thanksgiving is easy and not as time consuming as one might think…using simple preparations and letting the oven do all the work.
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Pumpkin Gnocchi with Smoked Ricotta ~ “Fall on a Fork”
Pumpkin gnocchi with smoked ricotta cheese are really exceptional and are a great way to round out the “autumn pumpkin harvest”. Smoked ricotta is a specialty of southern Italy, and more specifically an age-old specialty from the town of Mammola, in the Reggio Calabria region.
Chef and Sommelier…Helsinki, Finland
Restaurant:Chef and Sommelier in Eira section of Helsinki, Finland is a true “Gem!” A small place with a big heart. Kudos to Chef Sassu Lakkonen, Sommelier Joan Borgar and rest of the staff!
Post written by: Chef Franco Lania
10th Annual Helsinki Book Fair
The 10 annual Helsinki book fair will be held from October 28th-October 31, 2010, in the Helsinki convention Center.
This is a favorite autumn event, for literary lovers and industry folk to gather for four days of books, signings,readings,and discussions from a plethora of industry professionals.
The “Granddaddy” of Pumpkin Desserts – Pumpkin Pie
No collection of pumpkin recipes would be complete without a great recipe for the “granddaddy” of all pumpkin inspired desserts. Pumpkin Pie! This recipe has rum added to the pie filling along with some delicious Fall spices. The crust is an exceptional ginger-snap-crust. Since this is a mousse pie, only the crust needs to bake and then the pie crust once cooled is filled and chilled to set the mousse. Delicious ~ Happy Autumn!
Pumpkin Ravioli with Mostarda di Mantovana | Autumn Flavors!
Nothing screams autumn more than Pumpkins. Here chef Franco Lania offers an elegant pumpkin ravioli recipe that is simply delicious.
Grilled Roman Burger & Fennel Slaw
Roman Burgers are perfect for grilling. The Fetta cheese and the herbs mixed in to the ground beef add a depth of flavor that is truly unique when grilled over an open flame. The fennel slaw is just a nice twist and adds to the Mediterranean of the dish. This is truly a must do when having a BB-Q
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The Next Food Network Star… Season 7
Chef Franco Lania is in the running for the coveted position on TVFN’s “The Next Food Network Star 7”
Franco is a well traveled and seasoned chef with an uncompromising passion for cuisine. He is personality plus…he would make excellent TV and be a sure breath of fresh air for TVFN.
Stay tuned>>> Vote for Franco!
Arancini di Riso | Italian Rice Balls
Arancini di Riso better known as Italian rice balls or Risotto balls are an Italian-American favorite. Many Italian feasts serve a version of a rice ball. The largest feast and most well known is the feast of San Genaro in Little Italy, NYC where these rice balls are a yearly tradition.