Hand-Cranked is a blog about all things Italian and all things culinary. Our goal is to bring history, tradition and tips straight to your table. We’ll show you the latest and greatest cooking gadgets, teach you about the geometry of pasta, and introduce you to the best Italian restaurants and the chefs that make them sizzle. Comments and questions are always welcome because this blog is for you—the chef, the late night kitchen connoisseur, the prince of the pantry, the sultan of the skillet, the foodie, the critic, the mom, the dad, the hobbyist, and the amateur.
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