Down to the Sea

Italians have always looked to the sea for trade, transportation - and food. With or without pasta, seafood graces the family table in a tantalizing array of recipes that celebrate the Italian culinary traditions of freshness, simplicity, and flavor. Almost every corner of Italy celebrates a particular fish or maritime festival, and it's easy to bring that spirit to your table whenever you'd like.  more>>

 


Setting the Scene        

Seafood Dinner - Setting the Scene 1

Whether you are a novice at entertaining or an old pro, we think you will agree, selecting a theme is part of the fun.  It's the details that bring the theme together.  As the host, finding just the right centerpiece or serving pieces is both enjoyable and satisfying.

Follow our suggestions and you will see how easy entertaining can be.  Let us help you create a table setting that becomes a place your guests will enjoy and want to linger.  more>>

 

Bevande     

Seafood Dinner - Bevande 2

Cocktail
Serrano Cocktail

Selection of Italian
white wines

Water
Sparkling or still

Selection of non-alcoholic drinks such as soda or juice

Coffee
Regular and/or decaffeinated

 



 




Things to Do                    

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Between the taking the kids to various activities, meeting deadlines at work and making sure your laundry is done, life can be hectic. For someone with a busy lifestyle, hosting a dinner party can be overwhelming. Enjoying the conviviality of an authentic Italian meal with family and friends shouldn’t have to be a lot of work. We have put together a simple outline of things you need to do and buy to host this dinner party – we’ve done the work here, so you don’t have to.  more>>

 

 

 


 

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