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August 2011
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Interested in Travel?
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A Wonderful Drink, Wine. . .
August’s Wine Quotation: “A wonderful drink, wine. . . . Did you ever hear of an Italian grape crusher with athlete’s foot?.” – W.C.Fields (1880-1946), American Comedian and Actor.
Timeshift: Italian Noir
Tonight also sees Timeshift: Italian Noir – The Story of Italian Crime Fiction The TV guide says: “Examining a new wave of crime literature in Italy that focuses on corruption, unsolved murders and the Mafia. Featuring interviews with leading writers of the genre, including Inspector Montalbano Mysteries creator Andrew Camilleri and serving judge Giancarlo De [...]
Francesco’s Italy Top to Toe (2 of 4)
Tonight sees the second episode of Francesco’s Italy Top to Toe: “A British Love Affair”. The Tv guide says: “Author and architect Francesco da Mosto explores the countryside of Tuscany, Umbria and the Marche. He prepares pasta and picks grapes, before joining Maggie Smith to view Florence’s art treasures. He also relates the story of [...]
Jamie Cooks Summer
As we are in the middle of a heatwave maybe Jamie can help us! Tonight sees “Jamie Cook Summer”! The TV guide says: “Jamie Oliver demonstrates how to make a range of simple dishes perfect for al fresco entertaining in this one-off special on the theme of eating outdoors, from camping to barbecues in the [...]
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