Chef Michael's Blog

Chef Michael Laukert

Chef Michael Laukert

Volpi Foods welcomes Michael Laukert, renowned chef, specialty food consultant and former Culinary Director for Michael Chiarello’s NapaStyle television series on Food Network, PBS and Fine Living.

In addition to writing this blog, Chef Michael is consulting with Volpi to develop recipes utilizing Volpi Italian meat products.

To read more about Chef Michael, click here.

Holiday Traditions and Customs

Holiday Traditions and Customs

There is certainly plenty that can be said for this time of year. For me, each Holiday season brings a ‘buzz’ to the air. This has much  to do with the celebrations and festivities that take place both professionally and personally. For a cook... Read More >
‘Authentic Volpi’ Winners Announced

‘Authentic Volpi’ Winners Announced

It has been a fantastic week out of the office excited about the opportunity to be in the kitchen and behind the stove everyday.  A wave of memories came rushing back this week of my younger days as a young cook in the Napa Valley.  My kitchen... Read More >
‘AUTHENTIC VOLPI’ recipe contest has been a big success

‘AUTHENTIC VOLPI’ recipe contest has been a big success

‘AUTHENTIC VOLPI’ recipe contest has ended with success! We are all very happy and excited at Volpi Foods because the customer response to our recipe contest was more than we could have ever expected.  Entries were received from all... Read More >
Thanksgiving Day 2009

Thanksgiving Day 2009

That time of year is upon us once again. The calendar shows November and the 4th Thursday of the month is just about here.  This annual tradition of Thanksgiving Day, celebrated joyously in the United States reaches far back in our history as a... Read More >
Homemade Genova Salami is ready for Thanksgiving

Homemade Genova Salami is ready for Thanksgiving

It certainly has been an exciting journey for me and my son with our first batch of ‘homemade’ Genova salami. Over the past month and half or so we’ve watched over our homemade meat as if it was a new born child.  Each day after school a routine... Read More >
Recipes arriving daily from the fans of Volpi

Recipes arriving daily from the fans of Volpi

It’s ‘OFFICIAL’, ‘Authentic Volpi’ has been released and we are all excited to hear from our fans and faithful followers. Emails have been showing up on a steady basis from Volpi customers in response to the ‘Authentic Volpi’ recipe... Read More >
AUTHENTIC VOLPI – Recipe Contest!

AUTHENTIC VOLPI – Recipe Contest!

As the holiday season approaches this is a very busy time of the year at Volpi Foods, the entire team is gearing up and double checking all of the Prosciutto, Artisan Salami, and specialty Italian meats to ensure they are perfect.  In addition to... Read More >
AUTHENTIC VOLPI – Italian Cookbook to Be Released

AUTHENTIC VOLPI – Italian Cookbook to Be Released

Now that we are in full swing of the autumn season there is certainly plenty to get excited about in regards to food and wine.  This past week I headed west to California, a week back in the Napa Valley for work on a couple new food projects. ... Read More >
Autumn colors bring change to the kitchen

Autumn colors bring change to the kitchen

There is no doubt that as a Chef this is my favorite time of the year to be cooking.  Don’t get me wrong, cooking is a joy and something I look forward to each and every day.  It’s just that during this time of year there is a chill in the... Read More >
SPAGHETTI RECIPE with VOLPI CALABRESE SALAMI MEATBALLS

SPAGHETTI RECIPE with VOLPI CALABRESE SALAMI MEATBALLS

The adventure in the kitchen couldn’t have been better today.  Father and son shared the afternoon creating a new spaghetti recipe and a few laughs while rolling out the meatballs.  I spiced up the recipe with the addition of Volpi Calabrese... Read More >

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