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Posts from ‘June, 2009’

What’s cooking?…Steak alla pizzaiola

Otherwise known as steak in the style of the pizza-man.  I’m assuming it gets it’s name because the sauce, which is made with oregano, tastes like pizza sauce. But, don’t get hung up on the word steak, which makes me start thinking about filet mignon or porterhouse. It’s actually made with what are called fettine [...]

Round and around we go

Just like anything else, the health care system here in Italy has its good points and bad points. I, personally, have never had any problems with it. In fact, I received excellent care when my son was born. Yes, the hospitals aren’t ultra-modern looking and prettily painted, but then again, I don’t have to pay [...]