Looking for the perfect recipe for summer grilling?
Try Chef Fortunato Nicotra’s “Grilled Shrimp - Palermitana Style.”  This is a typical way of preparing shrimp or prawns in the town of Palermo.
Let us know what you think!

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18 U8 shrimps (or any small shrimp, U16/21; see note) or prawns
3 cups breadcrumbs (preferably Japanese panko)
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive [...]

Are you looking for a delicious, summery dessert to compliment your dinner?
Well, try my Caramelized Tomatoes- sweet, juicy, and suprisingly indulgent. Don’t think tomatoes will make a good dessert? I’ll bet you’re wrong!
Try this simple summer delight and let me know what you think. Here’s what you will need to get started.

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1 pint vanilla ice [...]

Well, you can!
Meet Lidia this Saturday, August 15th from………
~ 3 pm to 4 pm ~
Free Lecture

Central Railroad of NJ Terminal
Liberty State Park
200 Morris Pesin Dr 
Jersey City, NJ 07305-4687

Lidia Bastianich talks about cooking with fresh summer produce and local dairy products.
There is no charge to attend the lecture, but please Register Online or call [...]

Want to meet Lidia?
Well, here is your chance.
Saturday, August 8th from 3pm - 5pm, Lidia will be in Bridgehampton, NY for a book and Bastianich wine signing.
Meet Lidia and get your copy of Lidia’s Italy signed, or pick up a delicious bottle of Bastianich wine for Lidia to sign!
Stop by……..
McNamara Wines & Spirits
Bridgehampton Commons
Montauk [...]

Check out Lidia on Cookstr! 
She is the featured “Chef of the Day,” but in addition, there are so many great things to read out about.
Read Lidia’s Tip for the Day!
Did you know?
Says Lidia: In my kitchen, I keep a zippered freezer bag in a refrigerator drawer where I stow any sizable piece of rind [...]

On Tuesday, August 4th during the madness of pre-theatre, Lindsey Levine got a huge shock when dessert arrived at the table.  Hidden in a plate of fresh strawberries with Aceto Balsamico was an engagement ring from her (now) fiancé Kris.  In front of both of their parents, Lindsey accepted the proposal!!  Lindsey has been coming [...]