From Naples, Florida: Savor the Authentic with Old World Market

Greek cheese Fest Today and tomorrow only. Buy a mini wheel of any of the following best quality Greek Cheeses and get a 1/2 price ($4.49 and $3.99) for our best selling Californian(Sterling Vineyards Mendocino Organic Cabernet Sauvignon)and New Zealand(2007 Sacred Hill Savignon Blanc Marlborough) wines.  Kefalograviera Krinos Kasseri Matis Vlahotiri Kefalotiri Krinos Opa! Sterling Vineyards Mendocino Organic Cabernet Sauvignon This Cab shows flavors of juicy blackberry, currant and plum, with hints of espresso and toffee. Certified organic by California Certified Organic Farmers. Usually selling for more than $16.We got it for limited time only for $8.99 2007 Sacred Hill Savignon Blanc Marlborough ,New Zealand -7.99 (Elsewhere $15) Richness framed by crisp acidity that runs through the core of citrus and tropical fruit to a fine finsh. An absolute steal for the money.

    I could not resist ,but to share this awesome recipe given to me from a very talented chef -good friend of mine- Giuseppe Lippi from Milano . The best pasta dish I ever had. Fettuccine with wild dried Porcini Mushrooms and Asparagus Serves 4 1 pound fettuccine 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 shallots, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup dry white wine 1/2 cup chicken broth 1/2 pound portablla mushrooms, sliced 1/2 ounce dried porcini mushrooms, rehydrated (we have them at the Old World Market) 3/4 cup red bell pepper, diced 1 pound fresh asparagus, ends cropped and cut into 1-inch pieces 8 ounces goat cheese, crumbled (I tried it with crumbled feta and was really good also) 1 cup whipping cream 1/2 teaspoon each salt and white pepper 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg 1/3 cup basil, chopped 1/3 cup chives, finely chopped In large stockpot, bring salted water to a boil. Add fettuccine and cook until al dente. Remove from heat, drain and keep warm. Blanch as...

     Turkish coffee is found throughout the Old World. It's stronger than espresso, but not as bitter. Turkish coffee is simple and romantic,and is not the kind of coffee you grab on the way to work...it's a coffee for quiet enjoying. Turkish coffee is especially good for those who love... life! Everyone has his own way of preparing it, and it is not difficult to try and make one . There is two specific things you should know about the Turkish style coffee .1Turkish coffee’s grind is finer than any other type of coffee. The grind has a baby powder consistency. 2Turkish coffee does not utilize a filter in its brewing process. To brew your coffee you need an Ibrik, called also Briki Jezve or Kanaka.This is the pot you will use to brew Turkish coffee. You will also need a set of demitasse cups. These are the small cups that Turkish coffee is traditionally served in .Do not be afraid to use regular espresso coffee cups. To brew Turkish coffee: Add cold water to the ibrik, ...

   Dear friends, a lot of people was asking me about how to handle the best way the fillo dough for your favorite dishes and deserts. Please check the following easy way and do not forget where you can find the best variety of fillo dough sold in Naples.From the thinest one suitable for baklava to the thickest and semi-baked ones best used for spinach and cheese pies and strudels. We are getting new deliveries those days so please stop by and support your local grocery-gourmet market. GENERAL FILLO DOUGH HANDLING DIRECTIONS Allow fillo dough to thaw in refrigerator overnight. Bring to room temperature before using. Carefully unroll fillo sheets onto a smooth, dry surface. Cover fillo completely with plastic wrap, then a damp towel. Keep fillo covered until needed. Do not leave uncovered for more than one minute to avoid drying out. Microwave butter until melted. This will give you a lighter and flakier pastry. Brush each layer of fillo with melted butter, margarine or ...