by Diana Osberg | Aug 11, 2014 | - Mia Cucina, - Spain, Epicurean, International
Some come for the Cochinillo Asado (roast suckling pig), a specialty of the house. Some come for its historic significance, the oldest restaurant in the world according to Guinness World Records. Still others come to be a part of something less tangible, something...
by Diana Osberg | Apr 6, 2014 | - Mia Cucina, - Peru, Epicurean, International
Modern cultures are beginning to understand that wholesome food is important in maintaining the body’s wellbeing and promoting a healthy spirit. Indeed, there are those who say dining on haute cuisine is a spiritual experience. Some even believe one’s body is their...
by Diana Osberg | Nov 16, 2013 | - Mia Cucina, Epicurean
This recipe was inspired by my love of food from Provence. Serve it pre-Thanksgiving to put you in the holiday mood. Your kitchen will smell amazing, and it’s so easy to make. If you’re cooking for one, it’s the perfect substitute for turkey on Thanksgiving. ...
by Diana Osberg | Nov 14, 2013 | - Maine, - Mia Cucina, Epicurean, United States
I didn’t know you could still get it. You can’t buy it in retail stores. They can only sell the pasteurized kind, and that’s not authentic. Pasteurization kills the bacteria that change it into a tangy, fizzy, deliciousness. It was one of my favorite drinks when I...
by Diana Osberg | Nov 13, 2013 | - Mia Cucina, Epicurean
This refreshing recipe is easy to make and even easier to drink. Ingredients: 1 Persian cucumber Fresh ginger root 2 quarts of filtered water Ice (optional) Directions: Peel and slice cucumber crosswise. Slice ginger root into 6-8 thin, lengthwise...
