Michael Horne
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Michael Horne replied to the topic Travelers Guide: Bologna in the forum Itineraries for Foodies 2 weeks, 5 days ago
Hi Michael — La Morra sounds great, best time to go up into that area is mid-October through mid-November. Be sure to check out the Alba truffle fair if you’re around on a Saturday or Sunday. It’s still early for the 2013 fair, but you can check out their website for more info: http://www.fieradeltartufo.org/.
It’s best to train into Bologna…
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Michael Horne replied to the topic Time to get your Spritz on! in the forum Recipes 2 weeks, 5 days ago
Ciao Jocelyn — Many state liquor stores have Aperol in stock, it’s best to call one near you and check to see if they have it or can get it. Many can order from the distributor and get within a few days.
If you want to buy Aperol online, you’ll need to do some investigation. Which State are you in? Each State has different liquor laws about…
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Michael Horne replied to the topic Italian Pharmacies & Filling Prescriptions in the forum A Day in the Life… 2 months, 1 week ago
Hi Suzanne — I haven’t had the need to fill a prescription in Italy yet, but I’m sure others will be able to comment. Most of my interactions with the health care system in Italy has been seeing a doctor on […]
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Michael Horne replied to the topic Limoncino or Limoncello? Who cares, drink up! in the forum Recipes 2 months, 1 week ago
This is one of my favorite aperitivi in Italy — perfect on a hot summer day with friends. As Teresa says, it’s best to keep it in the freezer so that it’s served super-cold, the best way in my opinion. Don’t […]
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Michael Horne replied to the topic Itinerary for an authentic Italian “gastro-oenological” experience? in the forum Itineraries for Wine Lovers 2 months, 3 weeks ago
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Michael Horne commented on the post, Bringing Wine Home from Italy 2 months, 3 weeks ago
Hi Barry — sounds like a great service, and folks should be aware of it. As you add more Italian producers to your list, it would be great if you could post them here or send us an update here or in the Dall’Uva […]
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Michael Horne replied to the topic Experimental: Chianti Wine Tour Map in the forum Itineraries for Wine Lovers 2 months, 3 weeks ago
Ciao Jennifer — thanks for the Forum post, sorry for the delay in responding, my travel load over the last 2 weeks has been heavy and I’m just catching up on the posts & emails.
April is a great time to visit, […]
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Michael Horne started the topic Recipe: Olive Oil Gelato in the forum Recipes 3 months ago
I have a well known weakness for gelato in all its flavors, particularly while traveling in Italy.When I travel to a new town or region, I make a point of finding the best gelateria and note it for future trips […]
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Michael Horne started the topic Photo Essay: Olive Oil From Picking to Pressing in the forum Regional Foods of Italy 3 months ago
Back in late November I had the pleasure of visiting Lidia Castellucci and Roberta Giaccherini, proprietors of the Buccelletti wine & olive oil estate, about an hour south of Florence near Cortona in Tuscany. It […] -
Michael Horne wrote a new post, Olio Nuovo: Olive oil at its best 3 months ago
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Michael Horne replied to the topic Where to stay in Venice in the forum Where to Stay 3 months, 1 week ago
Ciao Celey.Venice is a special place, and there is a lot to see and do there. I’ve spent up to a week there at a time, but you can have a great time over just a few days. For first time visitors, the most […]
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Michael Horne started the topic Rosetta's Nocino (Walnut Liqueur) Recipe in the forum Recipes 3 months, 1 week ago
Personally I enjoy some of the bitter-but-sweet aperativi and digestivi of Italy (think Campari, Averna, Aperol…), but what I really enjoy are the very-local concoctions made from nuts, roots & herbs. In […]
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Michael Horne replied to the topic Travelers Guide: Bologna in the forum Itineraries for Foodies 3 months, 1 week ago
Ciao Roberto — great write-up on Bologna, thanks for sharing!
A few years ago I spent 3 days exploring Emlia-Romagna after the annual Vinitaly show and made Modena my home base. I had a wonderful time […]
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Michael Horne and
Anne Boeder are now friends 4 months ago
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Michael Horne replied to the topic Sottimano Wine Tasting in the forum Italian Wine Reviews 4 months ago
Hi Michael – very nice review of the wines, thanks for posting. I haven’t explored Sottimano before, and I’ll have to give them a try. The Currá sounds fascinating, I’ll have to hunt down a bottle.
To help fellow […]
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Michael Horne started the topic Be Smart with your Smartphone in Italy in the forum Planes, Trains & Automobiles 4 months ago
Smartphones are with us every day, even on holiday. If you’re traveling to Italy this year with your Smartphone or iPad, save yourself some real buck$ and read this before you go. Written by Seth Kugel, the master […] -
Michael Horne replied to the topic Vietti Wine Pairing Dinner in the forum Pairing Wine & Food 4 months ago
Ciao Clare & Michael — sounds like you two had a great time. What was the name of the restaurant?
I’m a fan of Vietti, they make some wonderful wines. I just had their Perbacco nebbiolo last night at <a title="Visit Fratelli Portland website" href="http://www.fratellicucina.com/" target="_blank" […] -
Michael Horne replied to the topic Becoming a Sommelier in the forum Sommelier Chat 4 months ago
There are many job options out there for Sommelier grads from organizations with respected credentials. The obvious ones that come to mind are staff Sommelier at a restaurant, cellar manager/buyer, wine sales at […]
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Michael Horne started the topic Resources: Where to get Certified in the forum Sommelier Chat 4 months ago
Where you study for your Sommelier Certification matters. You have many options, but a few Sommelier organizations tend to have more respected credentials than others. Schools that attract top Master Sommeliers as […]
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