Are you looking for places to eat in Rome? Because when you’re in Rome, you should do as the Romans do. That is to say, you should eat delicious food. Of course, most of the time you can’t go wrong: there are so many places with amazing food delights. But we have just a few […]
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Top Ten Treats in Guanacaste, Costa Rica
If you’re looking for a great taste of Costa Rica’s Pura Vida, the Guanacaste region of Costa Rica is the perfect place to visit. The Guanacaste region is in the northwestern part of the country, known for its spectacular Pacific Ocean beaches and incredible biodiversity. (And as food lovers, we’re here to tell you that […]
Authentic Italian Gnocchi with Tomato Sauce
One of our favorite experiences on our tomato tour of Italy was learning to make real Italian gnocchi with tomato sauce. Gnocchi isn’t hard to make, and it’s extremely delicious, but it’s somehow still intimidating. Is it because it’s hard to pronounce? (You really have to lean into the “Gn” like “NYOH-kee.”) Or is it […]
Taste and Tradition: Preparing Italian Tomatoes for the World
Quick: What produce item do you most closely associate with Italy? If you said Italian tomatoes, we definitely think alike. Italian tomatoes are more than just a cuisine staple. They’re practically the heart of Italian culture. (And they’re often heart-shaped too.) Thanks to the Greatest Tomatoes from Europe and ANICAV, the Italian association of canned […]
Visiting Italy with the Greatest Tomatoes from Europe
Jolly Tomato is headed to Italy this week with the Greatest Tomatoes from Europe and ANICAV, the Italian association of canned tomato producers. We’re thrilled to have a chance to meet tomato growers, tour a field, visit processing facilities, and meet with chefs who are making the best of Italy’s finest tomatoes. The Greatest Tomatoes […]
Top Ten Things to Do in Summer in Carmel
The weather is perfect, the scenery is amazing, the food is incredible – What’s not to love about summer in Carmel? In fact, there are so many delightful things to do it can be hard to narrow them down. Plus, Carmel is full of hidden treasures that you don’t want to miss. That’s why we’ve […]