The Montalcino House

Our most recent visit got off to a rough start, but by the end, things were taking shape.

Nov 15 • 

Due Spaghetti

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October 2025

Pinci all'aglione

The truth about Italian food & garlic (it's probably not what you thought) + elephant garlic, the gentle giant of alliums.

Oct 12 • 

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The Montalcino House

The olive trees got a haircut, but did the barber go overboard?

Oct 5 • 

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September 2025

Sfogliatine di mele

The Italian bar is more than a jolt of caffeine + easy, irresistible apple puff pastries

Sep 29 • 

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Spaghetti al pesce spada

Swordfish spaghetti - a memorable dish from a favorite Sicilian vacation.

Sep 21 • 

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Panna cotta alla pesca

A a cozy and comforting dessert bursting with the flavor of late summer peaches.

Sep 14 • 

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Schiacciata con l’uva

Those grapes were calling me, and I knew what I had to do.

Sep 7 • 

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August 2025

The Montalcino House

Slow and steady progress + The olive trees will stay + Something ails us

Aug 30 • 

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Lasagne di zucchine

Too many zucchini, part two + the saving grace of "quanto basta"

Aug 23 • 

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Spaghetti alla Nerano

What to do with all the zucchini?

Aug 16 • 

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Too hot & too busy to cook

Quick and easy summer bites for scorching days and busy schedules.

Aug 9 • 

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June 2025

The Montalcino House

Boots on the ground + Where is everyone? + Let's step it up

Jun 29 • 

Due Spaghetti

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