Here is a very popular dish from Germany. There are many names for this dish like Buletten, Hackfleichbackele, Frikadellen, Fleischpflanzerl etc. but all the people know what it is. Mostly made with minced meat from pork and beef. Additional ingredients are chopped onions, bread-roll or bread crumbs, eggs, salt and pepper, mustard and parsley. In this recipe I add some specials … Keep reading... about German Meatballs
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Sea Turtle Nesting Season
It's that time of year again. Every year, between May 1 and October 31, beach goers will notice small areas of the beach marked with stakes in the sand, blocked off with orange tape. That can only mean one thing: it's sea turtle nesting season. The beaches lining Sarasota's coast have been a safe haven for loggerhead turtles for more than three decades. Heading the conservation … Keep reading... about Sea Turtle Nesting Season
PUNTA GORDA HISTORY PARK
By Debra Mann, REALTOR, Suncoasteam Realty Contact Debra: 941-626-0744, debra@suncoasteam.com If you have an interest in Punta Gorda History, you may want to check out the History Park. There you will find historic buildings that have been moved there for preservation & our enjoyment. From the 1890’s to 1901, the El Palmetto Cigar Company had a successful factory in … Keep reading... about PUNTA GORDA HISTORY PARK
PEACE RIVER SEAFOOD- MARKET & RESTAURANT
By Debra Mann, REALTOR, Suncoasteam Realty Contact Debra: 941-626-0744, debra@suncoasteam.com Just outside Punta Gorda on U.S. 17, you can find a piece of Old Florida! If you are looking for fresh seafood & a great casual atmosphere, this is the place for you! The seafood is fresh & much of it is locally caught in the Peace River and Gulf of Mexico. In case you … Keep reading... about PEACE RIVER SEAFOOD- MARKET & RESTAURANT
What’s the Deal with Finding a Deal?
Is it true that the best deals out there are the foreclosures and short sales? This is one of the most frequently asked questions by home buyers. There is this stigma that Florida possesses as it pertains to distressed properties and many home buyers think that foreclosures and short sales are as abundant as they were two years ago. Home buyers think that good deals come … Keep reading... about What’s the Deal with Finding a Deal?
Tiramisu
Tiramisu is one of the classic Italian desserts made from Mascarpone cheese. I know it is hard to find Mascarpone cheese in the stores and that is the reason that I use cream cheese as a substitute for Mascarpone cheese in the recipe. Furthermore I add some cherries in my Tiramisu version. The little sour cherries are a good player with the other part of sweet cream. Servings … Keep reading... about Tiramisu
CELEBRATE!!! 4TH OF JULY FESTIVITIES & FIREWORKS!!
By Debra Mann, REALTOR, Suncoasteam Realty Contact Debra: 941-626-0744, debra@suncoasteam.com The place to be EVERY fourth of July in Punta Gorda, Florida is Laishley Park! There is fun for all ages from 10am to 10pm!! Live music will be on stage all day… there will be vendors, great food….cold beer & over a dozen waterslides of all sizes!! Then when the sun goes down, … Keep reading... about CELEBRATE!!! 4TH OF JULY FESTIVITIES & FIREWORKS!!
Malfatti, little Ricotta dumplings with Parmesan cheese
I learned this dish from a friend during a vacation in Calabria/Italia. The name malfatti has the meaning “badly made”. There are less ingredients but the taste is so delicious. This recipe is the basic but you can add spinach, fresh herbs or bacon with onions. Create your own favorite malfatti from this basic. Servings 4 Person Ingredients 10 oz Ricotta 2/3 cup wheat … Keep reading... about Malfatti, little Ricotta dumplings with Parmesan cheese
PUNTA GORDA FARMERS MARKET
By Debra Mann, REALTOR, Suncoasteam Realty Contact Debra: 941-626-0744, debra@suncoasteam.com Every Saturday, 8am-1pm (8am-12pm in the summer), you can find one of the BEST Farmers Markets around right in downtown Punta Gorda!! There are many vendors offering a WIDE variety of products… you will find the normal farmers market items, like fruits, vegetables & nuts, but … Keep reading... about PUNTA GORDA FARMERS MARKET
Eggplant gratinated with Mozzarella and Tomato Sauce
This dish is great for an appetizer with a crusty baguette. Or as a main course with a grilled chicken breast and green salad. The taste is a little bit spicy because of the red chili pepper. This is one of our favorite dinner in the summertime. Serves 4/6 Person Ingredients: 2 medium eggplants 1 medium onion thinly sliced 1 red chili pepper chopped (or ¼ tsp crushed red … Keep reading... about Eggplant gratinated with Mozzarella and Tomato Sauce