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.

Thought for the day – The Origin of Spaghetti and Meatballs

Thought for the day – The Origin of Spaghetti and Meatballs

I’m not quite sure what has prompted all the recent excitement, but whatever it is the last week or so I have found myself inundated with articles, food columns, family requests and soon to play a role in a movie  – MEATBALLS, specifically the... Read More >
Let The Journey Begin, Our Homemade Genova Salami

Let The Journey Begin, Our Homemade Genova Salami

The magical time has finally approached and time to embark on my journey with my 6 year old son and our first attempt together making ‘homemade’ Genova salami.  It took a little coaxing and bribery to get him in the kitchen today, however once... Read More >
Homemade Italian Salami Outline

Homemade Italian Salami Outline

I am excited to continue on the subject of handmade Italian Salami, even more so that the weekend is here and my first batch of father / son homemade Genova salami will soon be underway.  As I mentioned in my last post, each step in the process... Read More >
Making Your Own Salami At Home

Making Your Own Salami At Home

In life, starting with the day we are born there is an immediate desire and need for learning.  The power of knowledge provides an unmistakable confidence in our own personal foundation. As a chef, this hunger to educate ourselves thrives and opens... Read More >
VOLPI’S Philosophy Starts at the Farm

VOLPI’S Philosophy Starts at the Farm

There is a growing trend in the United States where family farms and foods that created the foundation for this great country are slowly being lost.  Many factors over the years have contributed to this demise including but not limited to population... Read More >
Italian Traditional Salami: Types and Flavor Profiles

Italian Traditional Salami: Types and Flavor Profiles

There is no doubt that ‘salame’ should be and is considered part of the foundation in Italian gastronomy. Italian traditional salame has a long history in the Italian culture with documentation of its beginnings tracing back to pre-Roman times.... Read More >
Understanding Types of Italian Cured Meats

Understanding Types of Italian Cured Meats

Salume is one of those culinary words we all have used and heard many times over.  For the most part, it is widely accepted as a ‘term’ to define Italian meats that have been produced through a salting and curing process.  The origin of the... Read More >
Summertime Backyard Barbecue Ideas

Summertime Backyard Barbecue Ideas

Now that summer is ‘officially’ in full swing, we find ourselves busy with our children’s sports, yard work, gardens, vacations and backyard barbecues have become almost a daily activity. I really feel there is a subconscious calling in all... Read More >
Understanding Quality In Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Understanding Quality In Extra Virgin Olive Oil

The Volpi family has invested decades of knowledge, passion and dedication to their craft in order to achieve the highest quality throughout their entire brand.  It is through meticulous attention to detail starting with a concept, moving next to... Read More >
International Extra Virgin Olive Oil Competition

International Extra Virgin Olive Oil Competition

I think we can all agree there certainly is no shortage of press and media when it comes to being informed, educated and influenced about food and wine in our daily lives.  We are exposed each and every day to magazines, television shows and networks,... Read More >

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