Frittatina – The must try Naples street food
Naples is alive with street food. I’m not talking about food carts, but about little stalls lining narrow streets packed with pedestrians and speeding motor …
Heavenly Glazed Chocolate Taralli
A sweet twist on a Neapolitan classic, these glazed chocolate taralli are crisp on the outside, tender within, and finished with a glossy glaze. Toasted almonds add crunch, while hints of vanilla, citrus, or anise make them unmistakably Italian. Inspired by a bakery find in Naples, they’re simple to shape, fun to bake, and even better shared with coffee or wine.
Spaghetti with Anchovies, Lemon, Mint and Pecorino Romano
In our last blog post, my sister Michele shared a bit about our trip to the tiny island of Procida during our visit to Naples …
White Chocolate & Lemon Torta Caprese
Three islands sit out in the Bay of Naples – Capri, Ischia, and tiny Procida….and I am completely in love with this little gem of …
Pasta alla Genovese
It may be called Genovese… but it’s 100% Neapolitan and now one of my faves.
Seafood Risotto and Michele and Jay’s Epic Trip to LA 🏖️
In March, my sister Michele and her boyfriend Jay came to visit us on their way home to PA from Hawaii. They were escaping from …
Welcome Spring! 🌱 Pasta with Asparagus, Peas and Pancetta
Oh, Spring, how I’ve missed you. This winter has felt especially stubborn, dragging its heels through March, kicking and screaming, but finally, it has relented. …
Pollo in potacchi and Italian Americans in LA
Last week I attended a talk and book signing for The Italian Americans of Los Angeles at our local Barnes and Nobles, Thhe author, Marianna …
Flourless Chocolate-Hazelnut Cake with Whipped Cream
The deep chill of winter has settled in here in Pennsylvania, wrapping January in a relentless, bone-deep cold that made the month feel like an …
Pasta with Cauliflower and Pancetta
It’s been quite a couple of weeks here in LA. If you’ve been following the news, you’ve probably heard about the devastating wildfires. LA is …
Sausage and Lentil Soup (Zuppa di Lenticchie e Salsiccia)
It’s 5:30 AM here in eastern Pennsylvania. The outside blackness is calming. Warm steamy coffee in hand, I can make out the glittering of frost …
An Ode to Stretch’s Chicken Savoy
“Do you guys want to meet for dinner at The Hawke on Saturday?” asked my friend. ‘Sounds great” I responded as I casually googled the …