Thursday, March 25, 2010

Food, Matera




I guess I have kind of neglected the food element--it is Italy, right? So, here are some food shots/information. The picture of the cappuccino is a work of art done by a barista at an Illy cafe in Matera. You can see “Matera” written on the foam, as well stair steps and the sky. There is also a fine pizza I got last night at a local osteria. Finally, Anne is happily holding up a piece of bread. Why is she so happy? This bread made in Matera is famous for its extraordinary taste, fragrance and digestibility. The flour is obtained exclusively from local types of durum wheat, mostly selected among those descending from the “Cappelli” wheat. Anne, who has gluten allergies, has had no problems digesting this bread. Of course, she is already contemplating how to get the flour from here to home.

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