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Tag: culture and traditions
Culture and traditions show up in small, ordinary ways. These posts focus on daily customs, shared habits, rituals, and unspoken rules that shape how people live, gather, eat, and move through the world, paying attention to what is practiced quietly and consistently rather than performed for visitors.
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Venice Food Secrets: What Happened at Don Fernando’s Octopus Dinner
We both sat there staring at the plate placed before me. When I ordered a seafood salad, I figured I’d see a little crab and shrimp over some leafy greens with a splash of vinaigrette. I had no idea someone would go into the kitchen and out the back door to the canals beyond, scoop up whatever was unfortunate enough to swim into the net, and serve al fresco with a splash of olive oil and a dash of salt and pepper. We sat there, staring at the seafood salad I ordered. This is the story about My Octopus Dinner on the Venice Canals at Don Fernando’s in Treviso, Italy.
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How to Make Arancini at Home: Lessons from My First Attempt
Italian cuisine holds a special place in my heart, especially for its rich flavors, vibrant history, and the comfort it brings to any dining table. Among the vast array of Italian snacks, arancini have always been my favorite. These crispy, golden rice balls filled with savory meat sauce are a testament to Italy’s culinary ingenuity.