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Ciao Down: An Introduction to Cucuzza, a Traditional Sicilian Summer Squash
On August 16, Slow Food member and Italian cooking instructor Lynn Mandina will offer attendees a cooking demo and tasting menu featuring the cucuzza, a traditional Sicilian summer squash. The menu will include savory and sweet dishes using cucuzza, in the setting of Bella Nonnas, where various olive oils and balsamic vinegars can be paired with the cucuzza dishes.
The event is BYOB (beer and wine only please). Glasses and cork screws will be provided.
Event Details:
Tuesday, August 16, 6-7:30 pm
Bella Nonna's Oils, 1409 E. 70th St, #107, Shreveport
Tickets: General Admission $25, Slow Food Members $20 (password will be sent)
**Only 20 tickets available so don't wait!**
The cucuzza is beloved in Sicily and in the United States, where it was originally introduced by Sicilian immigrants. Cucuzza is easy to cook with, it is filling, economical, and according to all the grandmothers of Sicily, quite good for you.
Cucuzza squash, also known as Zuchetta Serpente di Sicilia, the Serpent of Sicily is actually a gourd with flavor properties similar to those of zucchini. They can grow to lengths of three feet, literally, and are difficult to find in major American grocery stores.
The only cucuzza plantation in the United States is in Ruston, Louisiana, and is owned by Chris Cordaro.
Cucuzza is celebrated in popular culture. Many first heard the word googootz on the TV show The Sopranos. Its slang for cucuzza. It was Tonys pet name for son, AJ. Obviously a favorite of Italian singer Louis Prima, he sang the veggies praises in the song My Cucuzza.
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LocationBella Nonna's Oils (View)
1409 E 70th St #107
Shreveport, LA 71105
United States
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| Kid Friendly: Yes! |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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