BELCAMINO is consistently GOOD!
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Blessed are the books written by KRISTI BELCAMINO. Both real and incredible at once. Gabriella Giovani is like your favorite relative who may or may not show up at the holidays, but when she does, you can't believe what she's been doing!! S.E. Hinton once said she wrote books for kids who don't like to read. In the same vein and in my case, Kristi Belcamino writes books for people who have forgotten how much they LOVE to read! Please keep them coming.
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I'll be brief.  This is my 4th Dugoni book, and I've loved every one.  It's hard to believe this was his first attempt at writing a novel, but as has been said, this work has been dragged out of the mothballs and re-written, and has obviously had some expert editing.  It's a tight legal/mystery/thriller with believable characters and a good storyline.  Very minimal foul language, references to sex, and manageable violence.  The only negative comment I would offer is something that is common to most thrillers: when the main character goes after the bad guy himself, things get a little out of hand.  I know many lawyers, and I've never known any of them to attempt to take down an armed bad guy singlehandedly.  But that's life, and this is fiction.  Oh well, it makes for enjoyable entertainment!
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I'm a total sucker for Donna Leon's Commissario Brunetti series, but I can recommend this latest installment, "The Waters of Eternal Youth" without the shame of a true believer.  This one is smooth as silk, with all the wit, cleverness and Venetian bells and whistles that Leon delivers in the best of these books.  There is a good "cold case" assault case that evolves into a murder procedural.  Venice and the entire Brunnettii tribe and professional team are gently reintroduced to new readers while giving series regulars some new tidbits to chew on.  Signorina Elletra is in fine form and a big part of the storyline as always.
The action is accompanied by a running commentary on the state of Venice (lamentably touristic and expensive); Italy (corrupt and wonderful); human behavior (governed by emotions, angelic and satanic); Brunetti's wife's cooking (just superb); and the vagaries of life in general.

Lovely, graceful and satisfying
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It is consistently a good coffee that we would compare to coffee that costs twice as much. My husband loves his coffee and he always asks for me to purchase Pablo's pride. We could previously purchase at big box store but they no longer carry it. So glad we can purchase this here!
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I bought this book because I was such a fan of his mother's.  At first glance I was slightly disappointed, since, compared to the Classics of Italian Cooking, it is a relatively thin volume with far fewer recipes.  However, it is a great cookbook.  I have tried out roughly 1/3 of the recipes, but every one of them has turned out great the first time.  (His "Christmas Tree Salmon," "Lamb Shoulder Braised with Tomatoes and Red Wine," "Parmesan-Encrusted Rack of Lamb," and "Pompano Fillets with Garlic and Rosemary"--made with mahi-mahi--have become tried-and-true household staples.)  He is true to his word--he gives both the prep time and the time from start-to-finish, and I have found those estimates to be right on the money, particularly once you've made them more than once and already have the procedures down pretty well.  Between this book and his mother's Classics, one thing is true--pretty much every night IS Italian at my house! if for no other reason than that I have yet to find such simple yet delicious recipes anywhere else.
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If you love the giardiniera from Portillo's, then you need to eat this.  This is the exact brand that Portillo's uses in their restaurants, and it's incredibly delicious.  It's not super hot, and the peppers and carrots still have a good bit of crunch in them.  I love this stuff and can't get enough of it. I put it on everything from sandwiches to eggs to salads.  If you're an ex-pat Chicagoan, you have to have giardiniera for a taste of home, and my preference is Marconi's!!  Also, shipping was done very carefully, and it was very fast.  Yes, you're paying a premium for the product, but they don't sell it where I live, so I don't have a choice, and I'd rather pay a premium for it than not have it at all!
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As I write this review, I have Albinoni: Complete Concertos, Op. 9 playing in the background of my home office. This is a marvelous Decca Duo 2-CD set that I purchased about six weeks ago. It contains a series of oboe concertos by Tomaso Albinoni, an Italian composer of operas during the Baroque era, who is best remembered today for his concertos. The album also contains Albinonis most famous work, the Adagio for Strings and Organ.

As I listen to these works performed so beautifully by I Musici, an Italian chamber orchestra specializing in early classical music, I am constantly impressed by their infectiously cheerful interpretations of Albinonis music. Outer movements bounce merrily along, lifting my spirits, and the slower inner movements bring me a sense of peaceful contentment. I Musicis tempos are nearly perfect, and the audio quality of every track so good that my ears can easily distinguish every instrument.

Albinoni: Complete Concertos, Op. 9 is a delightful listening experience from beginning to end. Most highly recommended.
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I use this exclusively  for Capuccino and have found it to be the best I have found. Rich, dark, and consistently flavorful.
This was my second order and it was every bit as gfood as the first bag. Consistancy of the bean is the key to good espresso making
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Joseph Talluto has never disappointed me in his "White Flag" series!  I've purchased every one of them and other than the fact there comes an end to the story, I've never been unhappy!  I always recommend this author (among a very few others) when asked about a good zombie series!
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I'm never disappointed when I read a Scalzi book. He's funny, creates endearing characters and tells a good story. You are always pulled in, even if the character isn't the best person... you can always relate in some way. This story isn't a refabrication of something someone else wrote long ago, and that's the biggest problem with books in the past few years. I'm always looking for a creative and new story and this was it.
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We were first introduced to this Balsamic vinegar while living in Europe.  It has always been consistently great in taste and is not too expensive for the quality of the product.  We have been using it for 20 years or more.
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I almost never give a product five stars. However, I have purchased FTO Yirgacheffe in the five pound whole bean bags for about a year, and I find the flavor and medium roast to be consistently excellent, with a bold, smooth flavor. I grind the beans fresh every morning, for my two cups a day, and the coffee is always delicious. In the five pound bag, it's maybe a little cheaper than Dunkin or Starbucks, and much better. I tried the FTO Tanzanian Peaberry, which is terrific, but I keep coming back to the Yirgacheffe.
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We just started season three  - but as with the other 2 seasons, it is always good, actually great. Each program has several lessons to be learned - i.e. - a moral to the story. The issues covered are extensive over time and I find them amazing and well done. I like how the Camdens are not portrayed as perfect people, but family members who are finding their way in a real world. Overall, a wholesome program.
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We just received this new BB CD and it is terrific. Their Soundman, Rob Van Sante, has done a remarkable job to produce twelve well balanced tracks. Your reviewer is right on; describing another new lineup but the same fabulous quality to which we've become accustomed. Pat Kilbride returns to the Battys with two great numbers (Camden Town and Whiskey). Alasdair White is the newest member and shows off his melodic fiddling as well as several of his own tunes. Alan Reid continues to impress followers of the group with his beautiful voice, rich keyboard sound, and new delightful songs with every new CD. Mike Katz continues to amaze us all with his brisk, rapid, and clear piping. His whistle playing continues to improve and a couple of tunes are chilling with chords of several whistles. Truly a fun, well balance, worthwhile album. Enjoy!
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The quality of the 4th season is just as good as the first three! The characters develop in very satisfying ways and you are never bored. Neither are you left feeling that the action must surely take place in some alternative universe. Real people dealing with real issues which don't have pat television endings and an added delight is the Yorkshire country side.
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Love it, love it, LOVE IT!  The variety of coffees are terrific, and it's nice to pick the kind of coffee you want depending upon your mood.  If I need a little comfort I choose something like French Vanilla.  If I need to gear up to attack the day, I choose Mocha Java.  I've purchased Angelino's since I first used my Keurig last April and I've never been disappointed in either the quality of the coffee or the packaging!
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This is the BEST whole wheat pasta we've had, and trust me- we've tried most of them. Not only does it taste really great, it stands up to just about anything you subject it to- overcooking, baking with sauces, being sauteed in oil, refrigeration, etc.

The bionaturae pastas all cook up lovely. And unlike other whole wheat pastas, there's no weird aftertaste or bitterness no matter how long you cook it for. No matter how al dente (or how tender) you like your pasta cooked, this pasta holds up to whatever you subject it to. We tend to like pasta more on the tender side, and the pasta retains its shape, doesn't disintegrate or get glue-y even after 12 minutes in boiling water. Holds on to sauces very nicely. Also refrigerates well after being mixed with sauces.

This particular pasta (the Chiocciole) is perfect for ziti and other baked pasta dishes (macaroni and cheese!)

My daughter, who is four years old and a SUPER picky eater, prefer this over her regular semolina pasta.

The best part about this? The Chiocciole boils up LARGE and fluffy and really fills your plate, so you can have a nice large bowl of pasta for not a lot of calories.

Highly recommended.