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Valentine Date Night Guide
How to Host a Romantic Italian-Style Dinner The Pasolivo Valentine Date Night Guide There's no better to way to show affection than by cooking a meal for that special someone....
Valentine Date Night Guide
How to Host a Romantic Italian-Style Dinner The Pasolivo Valentine Date Night Guide There's no better to way to show affection than by cooking a meal for that special someone. Food is love, after all. Show your Valentine how much you care by putting together a beautifully romantic, thoughtful meal they'll never forget with a little bit of help from Pasolivo. Follow along to learn the ins and outs of hosting a formal, romantic dinner for your S.O. You'll be a pro by the end of this article! Setting the scene Ambiance is everything. Creating the mood is the first and arguably most important part of hosting a dinner for your valentine. Here's some tips for establishing the Italian dinner party vibe: No overhead lighting– stick to candles and lamps. You want to create a soft, ambient glow. These mini candles fit perfectly on the dinner table, and add a layer of warmth to the scene. Pull your best table cloth out of the linen closet– or how about one of these Parisian table runners as featured above? These are a more limited stock, available at the Pasolivo Ranch. Call (805) 227-0186 to check our inventory. Don’t forget the music! If you want to create the feel of a romantic Italian restaurant, put on a coordinating playlist. Check out this one on Spotify. Lastly: Setting a formal table can be confusing. Follow this visual guide and you’ll be set for success: Aperitivo Recipe: The Pasolivo Aperitivo A classic Italian dinner starts with aperitivo. The word “aperitivo” derives from the latin word “aperire” which means “to open.” The aperitivo is more casual than the following courses– it’s meant to gradually ease the diners into the ambiance of a meal with good conversation and light snacking. It could even take place at...
Celebrate Independence with a Tastefully Health...
4th of July is a day to remember who we are as Americans and how that impacts the world we live in. It also means lots of celebrating, fireworks, and...
Celebrate Independence with a Tastefully Healthy July 4th Menu
4th of July is a day to remember who we are as Americans and how that impacts the world we live in. It also means lots of celebrating, fireworks, and more picnics to attend than there are meals in a day. We've laid out the beginnings of a menu that will separate you from all of the other picnics in your neighborhood thanks to the delicious, healthy Pasolivo ingredients in each recipe as well as our dedication to changing the way you and your guests experience food. Enjoy! Citrus Pesto Turkey Burger Lemon Pepper Corn on the Cob Olive Oil Potato Salad St. Germain Sparkling Sangria
Luck Has Nothing to Do with This Pasolivo St. P...
St. Patrick's Day Appetizer - Potato Pancakes with Spiced Applesauce The Irish eat Boxty en mass. Potato pancakes actually have cultural variations all over the world with each region putting...
Luck Has Nothing to Do with This Pasolivo St. Patrick's Day Menu
St. Patrick's Day Appetizer - Potato Pancakes with Spiced Applesauce The Irish eat Boxty en mass. Potato pancakes actually have cultural variations all over the world with each region putting its own spin on the dish. In Germany, they are Kartoffelpuffer. The British eat Tattie Fish. The Jewish celebrate with Latke during Hanukkah. St. Patrick's Day Side - Crunchy Cabbage Salad There are few foods that feel as Irish as cabbage. In this case, we're going to use it as our salad and side. Cabbage is great to add texture and crunch to your meal. It's one of our favorite food textures. St. Patrick's Day Entree - Rosemary Pork Loin with Boozy Cran-Cherry Chutney There are few meals on a rainy March evening like a savory rosemary pork loin. Add the words "boozy cran-cherry cutney" and you've just made it a party. This entree will be the star of the evening and all those good feelings are sure to pave the way to stories, laughs, and more than a few memories. St. Patrick's Day Dessert - Citrus Carrot Cake Okay, maybe carrot cake isn't the most exciting dessert choice for most, but it's subtle savory-sweet finish will finish off your St. Patrick's Day meal with just the right amount of energy and appetite for adventure. The rest of the evening is up to you to create. Slàinte!
An Easy Four-Course Valentine's Day Meal That W...
We applaud romantic ambition, and to reward you, have went ahead and laid out a four course meal that is easy to prep, cook, and plate any day of the...
An Easy Four-Course Valentine's Day Meal That Will Romance Your Palate
We applaud romantic ambition, and to reward you, have went ahead and laid out a four course meal that is easy to prep, cook, and plate any day of the week, but particularly the days that call for a little extra romance.
Audible out of a Predictable Super Bowl Party M...
When the New England Patriots and Philadelphia Eagles meet in Minneapolis, Minnesota on February 4, football fans around the United States will gather in living rooms and man caves to...
Audible out of a Predictable Super Bowl Party Menu with These 10 Recipes from Pasolivo
When the New England Patriots and Philadelphia Eagles meet in Minneapolis, Minnesota on February 4, football fans around the United States will gather in living rooms and man caves to watch the games and the commercials with varied levels of attention. One thing that will be present at all of these Super Bowl parties will be the expectation of football food, and for most of these parties, the menu will look mundanely similar—chips with various dips, nachos, wrapped sausages, Bratwurst, and pizza. What do you do if you want to watch the game, maintain a level of foodie flavor, but don't want to spend 2 days in the kitchen getting ready for the feast? Well, funny you should ask. Here are 10 of our recipes that will wow your guests and allow you to enjoy the party like everyone else. 1. Savory Tuscan Roasted Nuts These savory morsels should be spread throughout the party. They are more flavorful and memorable than any pre-packaged assortment of nuts you can buy at the supermarket, and they're small enough to not break your television if thrown. 2. Rosemary White Bean Dip This white bean dip is a healthy alternative to the dips you'd find at most Super Bowl parties. Really looking to impress? Make some homemade tortilla chips or crustinis instead of simply opening a bag of chips next to the bowl. 3. Rosemary Popcorn This is the easiest item on this list, but it's the one you should make the most of. It'll go fast and by the handful in the tensest moments of the game. This is also a great table bowl in the viewing room. It breaks even fewer televisions and pictures than the Tuscan Roasted Nuts. 4. Lime black Bean Salsa Okay, we're well aware that salsa is a...
