Well wasn’t this week short! We are delighted that another Friday has rolled around after this four-day work week. Here is what we have been reading this week:

Ancient Rome was bigger than previously thought, according to new archeological evidence.

We’re going to make these Sicilian pistachio cookies this weekend (and sprinkle some organic Chocolate Hazelnut spread on top). P.S. They are gluten free.

Hot off the press:  How to Cook like a Roman from the New York Times. Doesn’t this make you hungry?

And while you’re in the kitchen check out our citrusy twist on the classic caprese.

Forbes thinks the next wine in your wine cellar should be a Sagrantino di Montefalco. We think so too.

Have a happy weekend!

–Via Umbria