Christmas is almost here which means it’s time for baking, baking and more baking! I bake every few days during the month of December because homemade…
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It’s Panettone Season!
Ideal for breakfast or as an after dinner treat, we’re officially heading towards panettone season. You’re unlikely to find any household in Italy during the month…
Tuna Fritters
I love Italian canned tuna packed in olive oil. In fact, I love it so much, my pantry is never without at least 5 – 6…
Almond Amaretti
My grandfather, Francesco, was a burly, strong man, both in physic and character. Having suffered throat cancer, he used a microphone-line contraption placed near his voice…
Fried Calamari
I grew up on the Calabrian coast in Italy. While relatively unknown to US travelers, Calabria is breathtakingly beautiful, especially the seaside coast and the mountains….
Tuscan Chestnut Cake / Castagnaccio Alla Toscana
What could be better than fall in Italy? I simply don’t know and it pains me dearly that I am not there right about now. It’s…
Amarone Risotto
If you read our previous story on winemaking in Italy, you know this period is very sacred for Italians. The sounds, colors and smells during this…
Veal Braciole in Red Sauce
I adore Sundays. Sundays are my favorite day of the week and have been ever since I was a child. I remember growing up in Italy,…
The Second Cookbook is Here!
2020 has been a rough year, can you relate? Well, something good, no great, came out of it for me! I’m super excited to announce the…