“Brutti ma buoni”, also known as Mandorlati di San Clemente and Brutti ma buoni, is a type of chocolate almond-flavored biscuit made in Prato, central Italy. The name translates to “ugly but good”, damm good ! Good is an understatement, these bite size treats simply melt in the mouth and leave you hanging for more … Continue reading
Another relatively new restaurant in Falcon, at the old Limoncello’s site. Met at the door by the co-owner/Manager, a sizable gent who proved through the night to be attentive and passionate for his business. A neatly decorated restaurant, subtly lit and oozing some charm is marred by the Carlton FC memorabilia and TV on the … Continue reading
A long time favorite in Applecross village has got to be Gucce’s restaurant. The restaurant was opened probably 14 years ago by the current owners, who as a couple used to run front of house and the kitchen. A friendly hostess and accomplished chef, Bas and Dom run a good restaurant, always served interesting food … Continue reading
Another stop on our Mediterranean cruise was the spectacular coastal town of Amalfi. Bustling streets, restaurants, bars, ice-cream parlours, cocolate shops……these Italians know how to live ! Before long, lunchtime was upon us again. Having surveyed the surrounds, we opted to hit the beach and lunch at the Marina Grande. The restaurant “Marina Grande” began … Continue reading
Positano, my absolute favorite place on the Italian riviera ! About 5 minutes walk up the Via Pasitea from our hotel we found a small restaurant, typically with seating on both sides of the narrow road serving seafood from the Mediterranean. Not one to pass up seafood, we soon found a table and an immaculately … Continue reading
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