Polpettine al Limone (Lemon Scented Meatballs)
The island of Capri, located in the Tyrrhenian Sea and off the coast of Naples, Italy, is one of the most beautiful spots in the …
Basil and Mint Infused White Sangria
Need a simple refresher for the upcoming holiday weekend? This simple summer sangria (which can be found in our e-cookbook Gatherings that you can download …
Braised Artichokes with White Wine and Garlic
So…..how the heck is everyone doing out there? Hopefully everyone is weathering this crazy storm with a shred of sanity. I find myself oscillating between …
Fava Bean and Young Pecorino Torta
Well here we are… the beginning of May… locked down and staying safe. But thankfully we have cooking to keep us sane. Fortunately, I also …
For that special occasion: Braised Lamb Shanks
March 2020 will be one for the history books. Three quarters of Americans are stuck at home and the world has been turned upside down. …
Comforting Tuscan Ribollita
And suddenly – boom – we have all become full-time home cooks, forced to figure out what the heck to make for dinner for ourselves …
A Little Winter Lemon Love
I adore lemons. And lemon trees. And the smell of lemons blossoms. Their sunny little faces can brighten a dreary winter’s day. Over the years, …
Kabocha Squash Risotto with Crispy Pancetta
Winter is a wonderful time to hunt for interesting fresh fruits and vegetables. Cabbage, its cousin kale, and cauliflower are all over the markets. All …
Making Epic Antipasto Boards
Truth be told, I have gotten a bit carried away over the years in making antipasti for dinner parties – at times, spending way more …
Veal Spezzatino and “ci vediamo!”
As we wrap up our 3-month stay here in the region of Marche, Italy, I’ve become sad. Sad because I will miss Christmas here, which …
Tracing our Roots: Neapolitan Sugo di Pomodoro
The year was 1921, the place Ellis Island. My maternal grandmother, single, arrives into port from Napoli on the ship Patria to be with her …
«Frico’» – Fried-and-cooked Potatoes and Zucchini
Late October in central Italy means that summer vine crops are finally giving way to autumn’s earthy vegetables. Chard, cauliflower and potatoes are replacing the …