Archive for February, 2011
Introducing Chef Eco-logic 100% Cookware from Beka
Friday, February 25th, 2011
Poggi Bonsi is proud to introduce CHEF Ecologic ~100%~ Cookware. Beka created this unique line of pans to be 100% eco-friendly INSIDE and OUTSIDE. It is manufactured according to the most environmentally friendly production methods: no heavy metals or chemicals used. Poggi Bonsi currently carries the 8″, 9.5″, and 11″ fry pans and the 9.5″ covered saute pan.
Fanciful Chocolate Curls
Thursday, February 24th, 2011
Poggi Bonsi is pleased to add chocolate curls produced by The Red Tea Room to our mix of baking accoutrement. These darling chocolate decorations are delicious and an easy way to add a special touch to cookies, cakes and everyone’s-favorite cupcakes.
Carnavale in Seattle!
Friday, February 18th, 2011On March 8th is Carnevale, one of the biggest parties of the year in the Catholic world! More commonly known as Mardi Gras in America, this event has great cultural importance for Catholics and those who live in Catholic countries, and the Venice Carnival is famed for the antics of those who participate, the costumes and masks, and the parties. The Italian Club of the University of Washington is hosting an event to promote Carnevale and prepare for the main event (and also celebrate!)
New Arrivals ~ Italian Ceramics Agata Collection
Friday, February 18th, 2011Just arrived from Italy!
Our Agata Collection of Italian Ceramics is made by a family ceramic studio in Montespertoli, Tuscany and features classic shapes and rustic artistry and is suited to many decorating styles from classic to modern. Antiqued glazing, uneven color and distressed areas with an old-world patina add to the rustic elegance of each Tuscan pottery object. During the Renaissance colored glazes were produced using various minerals…iron oxide for green and ferric oxide for yellow to brown tones. The Agata Collection represents this historic hue with its rich Tuscan gold glaze. Many pieces are decorated with medieval crests and coiled handles.
History of St. Valentine’s Day
Thursday, February 10th, 2011Valentine’s Day has its roots in ancient Rome. During that time, February 14th was a holiday to honor Juno, Queen of the Roman Gods as well as the Goddess of women and marriage. It is also the day in cerca 270 that good St. Valentine “lost his head” for love.