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Did you ever wonder why scallop shells are iconic throughout European history, topping classical arches and doorways, marking pilgrim paths and even conveying a Greek goddess in Sandro Botticelli’s beloved Birth of Venus Renaissance masterpiece? This beloved bivalve is unique in abilities and flavor, because unlike immobile clams, oysters and mussels, sea scallops glide across […]

Belly up to the bar. Tie on the bib. Roll up your sleeves. It’s crab feast time! Whether you’re traveling in Alaska or purchasing crab for a seafood dinner at home, knowing the ins and outs of different types of crab and how to prepare and eat them is crucial to your enjoyment of this

Why does Sangiovese grow best in Tuscany? Italy cultivates more than 370 wine grape varieties over 1.7 million vineyard acres, but Sangiovese, a difficult and fickle grape, seems to almost exclusively thrive amid romantic vineyards just a sling’s throw from Michelangelo’s David. Central Italy epitomizes the Mediterranean climate and that is an important factor in

Deep dive into delicious olive oil country on the Taste of Montenegro tour offered in Kotor, a port on the Classic Italy & Dalmatian Coast. cruise. You will be the youngest living thing in the orchard … of 300 year old olive trees. From the medieval Old Town of Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage Site,

Though the onboard kitchen of Windstar’s Star Pride is notable for its international cuisine, circumnavigating Iceland allows for access to remote restaurants with local specialties hard to find anywhere else. Where else might you try minke whale? Or puffin heart? Here is a guide to the best local restaurants in each of the ports on

What could be more relaxing than sinking into a cozy deck chair with a frosty, fruity cocktail in hand? A lot of travelers would agree — one of the best parts of taking a cruise is being able to fully relax while an attentive wait staff serves you extraordinary drinks and dishes. At Windstar Cruises,

While the crew is safely quarantined on board Wind Spirit, Angelo Labastida came up with a new cocktail for a bartender’s challenge called Pinky’s Delight that you can also make at home. Ingredients & procedure 1 oz Vodka .5 oz Malibu Rum .5 oz Peach Schnapps 2 oz Cranberry juice 2 oz Sour Mix Splash

Portofino is an enchanting fishing village on the Italian Riviera. Known for being a destination for celebrities, Portofino offers visitors the chance to experience la dolce vita. You can expect to find charming restaurants dishing up regional specialties, water as green as emeralds, dramatic seaside cliffs blanketed in vegetation and pastel-colored homes lining the harbor.

If unspoiled beaches, ancient temples and deep green rainforests aren’t enough to draw you to Indonesia, consider heading there for the food. With culinary influences from China, India, and the Middle East, Indonesia offers some of the most intense flavors and colorful dishes in the world. Indonesian food also ranks high in deliciousness. For example,

Seared Sea Scallops Serves 4 people 16 u 10 – 20  Scallops 12 Spears Grilled Asparagus Butter Sauce Garnish Pea Puree Olive Oil Sugar Salt Fix through the scallops, remove the side muscle and lay onto paper towels. Wash and prep the asparagus. Peel and pencil the asparagus. Drizzle with olive oil and cook on

 Mushroom Polpettine 3 lbs         Mushrooms shiitake stem removed2 sprigs   Whole rosemary2 sprigs   Whole thyme1/4 Cup   Extra Virgin Olive oil1               Whole Egg1/2           Small Onion, small dice1/2           Cup Parmesan cheese2 tbs         Breadcrumbs1 tbs         Parsley ItalianSalt & Pepper Preheat oven to 450. Place herbs on sheet pan and drizzle with olive

Salad 5          Each Heirloom Tomatoes1          Each Watermelon1          Each Red Onions2 tsp   Chive Chopped1 ½     Cup Burgos Cheese1          Cup Crunchy Oil Cured Olives1 tsp    Lime Zested1/2     Cups Mint Leaves PickedTomato and Sherry Vinaigrette to TasteSea Salt To Taste | Serves 10 Cut the tomatoes and watermelon into bite-sized chunks. Slice the onion into thin