Nella Cucina di Paola • Fall 2023

CONSERVE | PRESERVE Take a short, five-stop journey with Sentieri and become well acquainted with the preservation and conservation of Italian seasonings and flavors   Five Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Beginning September 23, 2023 (9/23, 10/7, 10/21, 11/11, 11/18) Presented via ZOOM   Italian gastronomy is very… Continue reading

From the Alps to the Sea ….

JUNE 23–JULY 4, 2024 Join Sentieri for a majestic journey through Trentino Alto Adige and Friuli Venezia Giulia. We will visit some of the most historic towns in these regions, including Bolzano, Vipiteno, Trento, Udine, Cividale, Trieste and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Aquileia. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from… Continue reading

What are “Cicchetti”? A Venetian Explains!

Sorry, you missed this one! Watch this website for more fun and informative virtual tours of Italy! Cicchetti, Vino & More — Visit the “Buzzing” Rialto District of Venice with Sentieri and  Check Out Some Varieties of Venetian Finger Foods Sunday, January 22, 2023 @ 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (c.t.) We’ll… Continue reading

A Taste of Torino

Sorry, you missed this one — visit our website for upcoming events, both virtual and live! Torino — A Taste Capital of Italy Sunday, April 3, 2022 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (CDST)   Torino is an undisputed capital of taste, noted for its passion for good food and for its “bere… Continue reading

Risotto alla Milanese & How to Make It!

SORRY, YOU MISSED IT! Risotto alla Milanese Cooking Class Saturday, March 6, 2021 Italy produces more rice than any other country in Europe — in fact, rice is more popular than pasta in some of Italy’s northern regions. Perhaps the most traditional preparation of Italian rice is the classic dish… Continue reading

We learned, we cooked, we ate…

… with Chef Andrea Consoli On the afternoon of December 19th, Chef Andrea Consoli (of Cooking Classes in Rome) displayed his love of cooking Roman-style while teaching some Sentieri folks how to prepare some great regional dishes from his hometown. Several participants followed Chef Andrea step-by-step as he prepared Carciofi… Continue reading

A Taste of Campania at Due Lire

La Cena Napoletana • November 12th Sentieri Italiani and about 40 friends filled Due Lire Vino & Cucina in Chicago’s Lincoln Square for an evening of delicious food, southern-style. Grazie to owner Massimo di Vuolo and staff for giving us an opportunity to experience an authentic taste of the cuisine of Naples.Our group… Continue reading

La Cena Piemontese – A culinary visit to the Langhe

La Cena Piemontese • September 24th   On Sunday, September 24th, Sentieri Italiani and friends met at Osteria Langhe in Chicago’s Logan Square for an evening of slow food and fine wine. Grazie to co-owners Aldo Zaninotte and Chef Cameron Grant and the staff for giving us this opportunity to experience… Continue reading

Regional Dining — CAMPANIA!

La Cena Napoletana • November 12th “Vedi Napoli e poi muori.”   You’ll experience a taste of Naples when dining at Due Lire Vino & Cucina, located in vibrant Lincoln Square. Their dynamic menu highlights authentic recipes from the region of Campania that are prepared with seasonal and local ingredients with… Continue reading

La Cena Pugliese – A tasty time was had by all!

On Sunday, March 12th, Sentieri Italiani and friends met at Via Veneto in Chicago for a specially prepared Cena Pugliese. Highlights of the dinner included fried calamari, orecchiette con rapini, risotto patate e cozze and the super tasty salsiccia Barese alla griglia which was served with fave e cicoria!  Grazie… Continue reading