The day Joni Starr and Bill Bock tied the knot they got a bit more commitment than they were expecting. Little did they know that they were about to become instant Adoptive parents to a not-so-little olive tree in Nudo’s Il Taccolito grove. As good parents do, they decided to visit their arbor of joy [...]
Archive for August, 2010
A Summer seaside favourite: Spaghetti alle vongole
Posted in Pasta recipes, Primo piatto recipes, tagged Nudo, olive oil, Italy, Jason Gibb, spaghetti, recipe, summer, holiday, Ferragosto, alle vongole, beach, clams on August 26, 2010 | 3 Comments »
Along with many Italians, our favourite Ferragosto treat is to head down to the beach. You find everything you need: sea, sun, gelato, and a multitude of fine eateries a mere flip flop from your zed bed. Here’s a recipe for a classic seaside favourite. Ingredients for 4 people Clams – 1kg/35oz Dry white wine [...]
Penne with purple sprouting broccoli
Posted in Pasta recipes, Primo piatto recipes, tagged achovies, Jason Gibb, Nudo, pasta, penne, purple broccoli, recipe, sprouting broccoli on August 19, 2010 | 3 Comments »
Here’s a fast and easy recipe with our delicious penne from the Columbro brothers in Le Marche, and the purple sprouting broccoli I found at the market on my way home. This type of long stem broccoli is now in season so be quick to try out this recipe. … Ingredients for 2 people Nudo [...]

