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In this issue we are very excited to share with all of our friends one of our favorite risotto recipes. Arborio rice, Parmigiano cheese, truffles and white wine, is what you need to make this delicious fall recipe from Italy. Make sure you also check out the upcoming dates for our monthly conversational gathering 'Parliamo Italiano' and the numerous cultural events taking place in November!
Stay tuned for special news on free Italian Film Nights, Wine Tasting, The second annual Holiday Market and Discovering Italy through Food!
Sincerely,
Italian Institute Team
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| Recipe of the month |
White Truffle Risotto in a crunchy Parmigiano Reggiano Bowl
 This is the perfect recipe for the upcoming holiday season to impress all of your friends and family with an Italian favorite!
 Parmigiano Bowl
5 ounces of grated parmigiano reggiano
Risotto
4 tablespoons of Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 thinly sliced shallots
6 oz. Arborio rice
1/2 cup of dry white wine
2 3/4 liters of vegetable stock
3 oz. of aromatic truffle butter
8 oz. of grated parmigiano reggiano
4 oz. of raw Alba white truffles
Take a 5 inch teflon pan and place over medium heat until hot. Place 2-3 ounces of grated parmigiano on top and spread evenly, cook for about 2 minutes until golden. With tongs remove the parmigiano and place over an upside down 5-inch bowl and shape with hands to form your parmigiano reggiano bowl.
For the risotto take a large pot and add extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Once hot add the shallots and cook until golden brown, then add the rice and toast until lightly brown and the bottom of the pot becomes sticky, then deglaze with the white wine. Reduce the white wine over medium to low heat and once dry, add the vegetable stock one cup at a time over low heat, stir constantly, let the rice absorb the broth, until cooked. When rice is nearly finished, add a little olive oil, the grated parmigiano, and the aromatic truffle butter.
To serve place risotto in parmigiano bowl and shave the truffles with a mandolin over the top!
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| Parliamo Italiano |
"Parliamo Italiano" is an extra fun and free opportunity for students who are interested in practicing their Italian, and also meeting other members and friends of the Italian Institute. Our students and friends can speak and practice Italian in a very relaxed fun environment, and share their passion for the Italian culture and language...all in Italian!
Take this opportunity to brush up on your Italian, every third Friday of the month. We will be meeting at the Italian Institute from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. We encourage you to bring your favorite Italian dish or wine to share (Pot-luck).
Students should have a basic foundation of the Italian language.
Upcoming Dates - November 19th 2010
- December 17th 2010
- January 21st 2011
- February 18th 2011
- March 18th 2011
- April 22nd 2011
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| Food and Wine tasting: Unknown Italy |
Cycling Italy
Learn the hidden secrets of when, where, and how to cycle through Italy.
Information on guided and solo tours, with tips on the best regions, times of the year, accommodations, and of course some Italian appetizers to get everyone started! For more information please click here.
This is a free event in cooperation with Davanti Cycling with essential tips on cycling in Italia.
When: Saturday, November 20th 2010
Where: 677 S Colorado Blvd Suite 100
Time: 2:30PM - 4:30PM
Cost: Free
An Evening in Puglia & Salento
 Discover one of Italy's most beautiful and remote regions and its rich Heritage. Come and join us for this wonderful presentation on Puglia (also called the new Tuscany of Italy), where wine and olive oil production are flourishing, where people are warm and kind like the climate, and where authenticity can be seen from the women in the piazza to the taste of the locally produced burrata cheese. We'll explore the white sand beaches and the city of Ostuni (the White City), and learn about the fascinating story of the Trulli and Salento's most authentic masserie. Discover why more and more people are choosing to visit this spectacular region of Italy. This event will be presented by Caren Davidkhanian who has extensive knowledge and experience with the history, culture, food, and the people from this beautiful region. The presentation will be catered with cheese and wine including: Burrata, Caciocavallo, Pecorino, Mozzerella di Bufala; Red wine: Primitivo, Negro Amaro, Mavesia Nero & white wine: Malvasia and Trebiano. For more information please click here.
When: Saturday, November 20th 2010
Where: 677 S Colorado Blvd Suite 100
Time: 5:30PM - 8:30PM
Cost: $89
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| Holiday Gift Market | |
The Italian Institute presents the second annual Holiday Gift Market with Italian Pottery, hats, jewelry, art, and other unique gifts. The market will take place at the Italian Institute where our students and friends will have the opportunity to present their talents and businesses, by selling or promoting their individual products.
When: Saturday & Sunday, December 11th & 12th 2010
Where: 677 S Colorado Blvd Suite 100
Time: 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Cost: Please contact the Italian Institute for price inquires
Stato della Città del Vaticano Italian Photo Contest Winner Courtest of Quincy Qip 
For further information on how to reserve a table and prices, please email us at info@italianinstitute.com or call us toll free at 800-928-4602.
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 When a plate signifies something for someone, when it is able to speak to someone, that recipe deserves to live forever....
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The Italian Institute Team would like to thank you. In next month's issue look for information on the 2011 course schedule, our December Cultural and Language Events, and another great recipe for the holidays!
Sincerely,
Italian Institute, Ltd |
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