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summer berry semifreddo and a giveaway!
Well, this has been an exciting week. Not only have I put up a post everyday on Babble.com, but I also received a fabulous gift in the mail. The folks at Bertolli (the olive oil people) sent me a gift package so I could help them share a little video with them, which is episode #4 of a little series they are making called Into the Heart of Italy. Go ahead and have a look!
The most exciting part of all of this, is that Bertolli is also going to give away the same package they gave me to one of the lucky readers of sophistimom. Would you like to know what it includes?
Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker
Bialetti Espresso Machine
Two Crate & Barrel Espresso Cups and Saucers
iTunes Gift Card with Suggested Contemporary Italian Playlist
Two VIP coupons for a Bertolli Frozen Meal for two that will transport you to Italy in just 10 minutes
Awesome, right? We are loving our gift right now, and though I don’t drink coffee, I am sure I can figure out fantastic things to do with that espresso maker! Oh, and the frozen dinners, are actually very, very good. And I never say that about frozen dinners.
So, if you live in the US, and you would like to enter, simply watch the video, look for a clue, and then, in the comments section, tell us one thing you like about Italy. Then, if want to learn more about the Into the Heart of Italy promotion at Bertolli, click here. All entries must be received by Friday, May 14 at midnight. Good luck everyone!
To celebrate our little giveaway, I wanted to do an Italian recipe, and since most of you who enter, will not, unfortunately, win the ice cream maker, I wanted to post an Italian dessert that is shockingly like ice cream and does not require an ice cream maker.
summer berry semifreddo
3 egg yolks
1 egg
1 cup (200g) sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups heavy cream
4 tablespoons confectioner’s sugar
2 cups berries (strawberries, blackberries, etc.)
1. Place egg yolks, egg, and sugar in a glass bowl set over simmering water. Using a hand mixer, whip the mixture until it is doubled in volume and is very warm to the touch, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat, add in vanilla, and allow to cool while you whip the cream.
2. In a separate bowl, whip the cream until stiff peaks form. Quickly whisk in the confectioner’s sugar. Fold egg and sugar mixture, and berries into the whipped cream. Place in containers and freeze for 8 hours, or overnight.
80 Responses to “summer berry semifreddo and a giveaway!”
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My favorite thing about Italy is absolutely afternoon gelato! (ok, and the scenery but definitely gelato too)
I love how they use the freshest ingredients in their meals in Italy!
I don’t have an ice cream maker, so I will try this! It looks delicious!
We love taking Bertolli frozen meals on camping trips:) We cook them on the camp stove(so simple). Besides tasting great, they add a gourmet touch to our outdoor experience:)
Ooooh, I love semifreddo. It is so light and airy and delicious. I have only made lemon, but berry sounds excellent. And berries have been on sale at the grocery store. Like I bought 8 lbs of strawberries for $4.
Italy looks so beautiful- I’ve always wanted to visit. This giveaway is awesome, I would love to win!
I love PASTA! Any kind, any shape, I love it all!
I had no idea they celebrated Carnival! I love it! (I also think the men in Italy are pretty hot too!) lol.
I love the fresh ingredients, strong flavors and simplicity of italian meals. Thanks so much!
I love the pasta and the variety of sauces that come with it. And their pizza it unlike anything I’ve ever tried here in the US.
And this semifreddo sounds amazing!
The thing I like most about Italy is the beautiful scenery, and of course, the amazing food!
I love the people and the scenery.
And the semifreddo is delicious! Thanks!
that looks like summer to me. Lovely!
Only one thing I like about Italy? If I have to narrow it down, I’m going to go with the food every time. I love Italian food in every form, including frozen.
I like that there are hot guys in italy. Oh, and there’s cool trees called vinyards.
I like that super-thin-crust Italian pizza!
It would definitely have to be the food!
what do i like about italy? i like the way italians speak so exuberantly with their hands and arms.
I love that Italy is right on the Mediterranean Sea, allowing the Italians to use the freshest seafood imaginable.
I like the architecture in Italy!
My favorite thing about Italy? The food of course!! It is varied and delicious.
Hard decision! I love the food, art, and architecture.
Alyson
Italy to me is fresh, flavorful, simple yet sumptuous!
) I just tried some of the new bertolli sauces and they are awesome!!
I would love love to win an ice cream maker!!!!
I love the beautiful land. The ocean, the mountains, the huge differences in the scenery from one area to another; it’s all good!
I love the beautiful Italian countryside. And the fresh local ingredients they use in their cooking!
The food of Italy is always so fresh. And the scenery is so beautiful. Imagine eating fresh pasta/seafood while enjoying the beautiful hills of Tuscany.
What I love about Italy is the language. It’s so beautiful!
What I love about Italy is the food, naturally!
Loved the sea and the clown clue and the carnival. The confetti was great. Food looks amazing! YUM! Your recipe looks amazing too! Double yum! Thanks!
The Mediterranean–it’s so beautiful!
I love the open markets, fresh produce, and locally grown herbs …and the food!
The food!
I loved that they had coffee overlooking the sea – gorgeous!
I love the lovely boot shape. Seriously though, as a kid I used to read the atlas and try to freehand draw all the countries.
The olive oil. The garlic. The tomatoes. Three of the best foods (and best for you). That’s what I like about Italy.
I have never been to Italy, but I’d love to go there and spend a year. I love everything about it, from the history, the architecture, the food, the Carnival, the orange festivals, the weather, the water, the gelato…everything. One day.
I love the friendly full of life people of Italy, the gelato, Lago di Como, and the bbreathtaking scenery, it almost seems like a fairytale land in some places it is so gorgeous.
My favorite thing about Italy? Touring with my sisters and then several years later with my husband on our romantic honeymoon. Let’s not forget some of the most incredible food ever eaten. Choose me! Choose me!
What a beautiful country. I had no clue that’s how fishermen catch shrimp.
Great giveaway!!
I have been to Italy. I love it. I could easily live there for the food, people, and gorgeous scenery. Of course, the gelato is my favorite:) Beautiful dessert here!
Fun video. Took me most of the time to figure out where I had seen Dan before (What I Like about You). Love the fresh pasta- and the gelato (LOVE the gelato).
Thanks for the opportunity to win.
carnivale! how fun! the shrimping was cool too, I make a yummy shrimp fra diablo – my favorite thing about italy is all about the delicious fresh food – if i ever get a chance to visit the family that i have there i would love to do a food and wine tour for sure! It is my dream destination…..I have never made ice cream or espresso before and would consider it a cinderella dream come true to win this package coming from a girl who counts pennies to get ingredients from the store so I can try new recipes and create my own!!!! can’t wait to try the semifreddo ~ ciao!
The things I love about Italy is the gelato… and the wine… and long afternoon lunches…. and the architecture…. and the country side…. and Tuscany…. oh I could go on and on!
My husband and I went on a Eurail trip to 13 countries for our 1st anniversary, and Italy was my favorite country by far. The food was delicious and affordable, the people were so nice, and the scenery was beautiful, but my very favorite thing was the weather! We went in December and froze in every country besides Italy. Oh yes, and the gelato. Of course, the gelato.
I’m with Christina, Italian gelato is just amazing–there’s nothing like it here in the US. My favorite flavors are the stracciatella and banana.
What is not to LOVE about Italy? The food, the wine, the scenery,…it’s all wonderful! Bertolli is a great way to bring Italy to the Midwest.
Thanks for the giveaway!
Italy looks so beautiful- I’ve always wanted to visit. i hope visit soon.
I love the food!
LOOOOOOOOOVE THE FOOOOOOOOOOOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I love the simplicity and intensity with which Italians live; along with the beautiful scenery which inspires delicious food, beautiful art and great romance!