This, dense, fabulous, sometimes rich spiced “bread” is sought by many, the world over. The recipes are kept secret by the Siena bakers, and each one is different, yet all share the same hard to resist wonderful flavor filled chewy “spiced” bread. Gorgeous to share ... or just eat yourself. Like the Panettone, once you try it, it says the holidays are here!

At the end of the week, after all the news has been digested, I look to ChefShop’s newsletter as my respite to life. On Sunday, I curl up in bed with my newsletter to forget about the weeks news, and think about romance. The romance of food!