Hard to say really…but the correct answer would be a very, very, very long time ago. For example, way back in Pompeii 81 discs of dough were perfectly preserved near a brick oven by the ashes of the erupting Vesuvius over 2000 years ago. But nowadays, the Antica Pizzeria Brandi in downtown Naples is generally…
DetailsList table from Cooking A-Z, page 409 In Italy, there are 2,000 different names for over 600 total varieties of pasta. When in Rome don’t forget to visit The National Museum of Pasta Foods (Museo delle Paste Alimentari Address: Piazza Scanderbeg, 117 -00187 Rome Telephone: (06) 6991119 or (06) 6991120 Fax:(06) 699 1109 Hours:Everyday 9:30…
DetailsGreeks will be quick to point out that it is also called Greek coffee.
Coffee is a delicacy that is enjoyed worldwide by many. To those of you accustomed to robust coffee, you should fit right in here. Whether your favorite coffee is black or with just a splash of milk, coffee is a must-have when traveling. One good practice to be aware of is the fact that many…
DetailsFrance-some of the most famous French chefs include Paul Bocuse, Roger Verge, and Alain Ducasse. Don’t forget about Julia Child’s pal Jacques Pepin either. Regarded by many to be the world’s finest school of French cuisine, Le Cordon Bleu gives classes and teaches both professionals and amateurs alike. They have cooking schools in London as…
DetailsDating back to 1956, this contest has become one of the most popular media events ever.Over 600 million viewers tuned in last year to see their country’s representative sing their heart out. Ireland has won the most since its inception with 7 victories, followed by Britain with 5. There is no restriction on the nationality…
DetailsVerona Milan Berlin Savonlinna, Finland with over 70,000 in attendance. See www.operafestival.fi
DetailsBased on the historical impact of rock & roll in Europe, it’s no surprise that it would serve as a Rock Festival hub. But, of course, rock & roll takes the reign, as it’s among Europeans’ top two music genres. Here are some of the top-rated festivals across Europe: Rock am Ring & Rock…
DetailsMontreux Jazz Festival in Montreaux, Switzerland held in early/mid July for over 38 years. See www.montreauxjazz.com Nice Jazz Festival in the French Riviera from mid to late July featuring 8 themed evenings of music performed at the Roman Amphitheatre of Cimiez- see www.nicejazzfest.com North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague, Netherlands held in July-see www.northseajazz.nl…
DetailsWhile in the “city of lights,” you may wish to “come to the Cabaret ol’ chum!” If so, here is the latest on the three most popular productions in town. Classy and elegant, most will serve dinner during the first revue of the night around 7 or 8 pm and have champagne included with the…
DetailsFlamenco is the Spanish word for flamingo. Explain Taverna v Tableau and concept of Cante Jondo/Gypsy culture. Sevillanas, Alegrias, Fandango, etc. Mention Bienal de Flamenco which coincides with the World Flamenco Fair. See www.bienalflamenco.org for more info. You might be interested to note that Flamenco dancer Jose Greco once took out an insurance policy with…
DetailsWhether you consider yourself a classical connoisseur or not, there’s a likelihood you’ve heard of the name Stradivarius. Stradivarius is notorious for handcrafting the most prestigious violins, and stringed instruments in history. While finding a Stradavarius instrument outside of a collection or a museum may be rare, the infamous brand stands the test of time.…
DetailsComposer Birth/ Death Major Works & Notes Ludwig van Beethoven Bonn 1770-Vienna 1827 Johann Sebastian Bach 1685-1750 Joseph Haydn 1732-1809 Austrian F. Schubert Vienna 1797-1828 Richard Wagner 1813-1883 Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart 1756-1791 Austrian Richard Strauss 1864-1949 Janicek Arnold Shoenburg Vienna-1874-Los Angeles-1951 Franz Liszt 1811-1886 Hungarian…
DetailsUnquestionably, the most notable opera house in the world is without a doubt the famed La Scala in Milan. Its contribution to the world of opera cannot be overstated. It would take several pages to list its many great premieres properly. The second listed, La Fenice in Venice, had been rebuilt after burning down on…
DetailsProbably the three most famous living male opera singers, they have performed together on a number of occasions for select audiences. The three tenors listed in the table below have all amassed similar accolades of greatness and are regarded as the premier Worth noting is the man many describe as quite possibly the greatest tenor…
DetailsThe Richard Wagner Museum located in Lucerne, Switzerland. The beautiful country estate of Tribschen served as the location for his fifth stay here from 1866-1872. It was also the place where he married Cosima Liszt (Franz Liszt’s daughter), where his only son Siegried was born, and where he composed the Siegried Idyll (From the city…
DetailsThe famed and much praised Buddha Bar has now become something of an institution. Their brand of chillout musicAlthough it has no cover charge (free entrance) their drink prices hover around 15 euros a drink. They do serve food as well in their restaurant, and have a concession store which sells t-shirts and their latest…
DetailsThe legendary Irish rock band was humbly formed in Dublin, Ireland in 1976 as a simple high school band. The now almost godlike band was started by four students: vocalist Bono, then known as Paul Hewson; guitarist The Edge, then known as David Evans; bassist Adam Clayton; and drummer Larry Mullen, Jr. Their debut album…
DetailsPopular for their psychedelic music notes and rock band attitude, Pink Floyd is viewed as one of the most iconic bands to come out of London. Among the first members of the band are Syd Barrett, Roger Waters, Nick Mason, Rick Wright, and David Gilmour. The band composed and performed songs that defined the rock…
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