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Lunch at the Historic Grand Café al Porto in Lugano, Switzerland

One of my favorite restaurant/bakeries in Lugano (which is just over the border with Italy), and one I return to over and over, especially for the desserts and pastries, but also because of the stunning interiors. These are a few photos, but you can take a look at the rest on the blog.
The link to it is in my profile, @lifeoutofbounds - or you can comment PASTRIES and I will send it to you directly.

Enjoy and don’t drool too much! Or do 🤪
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#loob_explore #diningout #lugano #ticino #switzerland #travelfood #bakery #patisserie #confiserie #architecture #historicarchitecture #interiordesign #historichomes #architecturelovers #cofferedceilings #cenacolo #monastery #travelfood #travelfoodguide #foodietravels #restaurants #cafe #europe

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Easy, No-Bake Yogurt Cake with Maple Figs

Another fig recipe to continue to make the most of fig season. I made this in California, and as you can see, I used Mission figs.
It is really easy to make, fresh and light, and you can also make variations using other juicy fruits like berries, peaches, or mango.

Click on the link in profile to get the recipe, or comment YOGURT and I will be happy to send you the link directly.

Have a wonderful Sunday!
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#loob_food #figs #yogurt #nobakecake #recipesforsummer #summerrecipes #foodphotography #foodstyling #bakingforthesoul #baking #easybaking #easyrecipes

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Watching and waiting…. chestnut pods will start falling later this month. I have not been here for chestnut season in some years, so I am really looking forward to that. There’s about 5-6 old and huge chestnut trees on the property, plus one in the neighbor’s garden.

There would be so many chestnuts on the ground that, on weekends, locals walking the neighborhood, would ask if they could come in and gather some. Pleeeease!
My Dad would usually drop off the largest ones (Marroni) to the local patisserie, and his regular hang out for morning espresso & chat.

Chestnut anything is a favorite, including in sautées, salads, soups and most certainly desserts. But even just plain boiled, or roasted.
And how about Marrons Glacés… 😋
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#loob_food #chestnuts #marronsglaces #chestnutdesserts #foraging #fallfruits #autumn #latesummer #nature #forestbathing #foragedfruits

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Watching and waiting…. chestnut pods will start falling later this month. I have not been here for chestnut season in some years, so I am really looking forward to that. There’s about 5-6 old and huge chestnut trees on the property, plus one in the neighbor’s garden.

There would be so many chestnuts on the ground that, on weekends, locals walking the neighborhood, would ask if they could come in and gather some. Pleeeease!
My Dad would usually drop off the largest ones (Marroni) to the local patisserie, and his regular hang out for morning espresso & chat.

Chestnut anything is a favorite, including in sautées, salads, soups and most certainly desserts. But even just plain boiled, or roasted.
And how about Marrons Glacés… 😋
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#loob_food #chestnuts #marronsglaces #chestnutdesserts #foraging #fallfruits #autumn #latesummer #nature #forestbathing #foragedfruits

The fig tree is heavy with juicy fruits, so my brother picked a bunch yesterday before the rains return tonight.
Of course, lunch today will have to be Grilled Figs wrapped in Speck. The bed of salad makes it a meal, though I’m sure my Mum will want extra figs!

This is a really quick and easy recipe, and can be adapted in several variations. It is also perfect for larger parties and even those ever popular charcuterie boards, or grazing tables.
You can find the recipe at the link in profile, or if you prefer, comment FIGS below, and I will send it to you directly.

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#loob_food #summerrecipes #easyrecipes #figs #figseason #appetizer #salad #Italianfood #Italianrecipes #gardenharvest #eatwhatyougrow #foodphotography #foodstyling #thisisitaly

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A little Shinrin-Yoku (forest bathing, nature therapy) through the vintage garden here in Italy.
Vintage because it was first established 120 years ago, and vintage because the vibrant colors of sprint and summer are beginning to fade into more subdued late summer tones.

Breathe and enjoy, and I hope it will help soothe you into the weekend, just like I continue to find solace and support from nature as I deal with two old gals - I don’t really want to call them crotchety old ladies, do I? Except I just did. 😄

I’ll be making more pesto this afternoon for Sunday lunch tomorrow.

Wishing you a wonderful weekend!
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#loob_nature #shinrinyoku #forestbathing #naturetherapy #gardens #naturephotography #iphonephotography #italy #italiangardens #thisisitaly #hydrangea #mushrooms #porcinimushrooms #foraging #trees #moss #roots

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A little Shinrin-Yoku (forest bathing, nature therapy) through the vintage garden here in Italy.
Vintage because it was first established 120 years ago, and vintage because the vibrant colors of sprint and summer are beginning to fade into more subdued late summer tones.

Breathe and enjoy, and I hope it will help soothe you into the weekend, just like I continue to find solace and support from nature as I deal with two old gals - I don’t really want to call them crotchety old ladies, do I? Except I just did. 😄

I’ll be making more pesto this afternoon for Sunday lunch tomorrow.

Wishing you a wonderful weekend!
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#loob_nature #shinrinyoku #forestbathing #naturetherapy #gardens #naturephotography #iphonephotography #italy #italiangardens #thisisitaly #hydrangea #mushrooms #porcinimushrooms #foraging #trees #moss #roots

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