Fear not the Spaghetti Squash: Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Sausage, Kale and Sun-dried Tomatoes
I have a food blogger confession. Truth be told, I used to be terrified of the spaghetti squash. I would gracefully cast my eyes aside …
Involtini di Pesce Spada (Sicilian Swordfish Rolls)
Sicilians really do love their fish and especially their swordfish. Sicily’s enviable position surrounded by three seas explains why fish holds such a revered place …
Grilled Sardines with Salmoriglio Sauce (Sardine alle Griglia con Salsa al Salmoriglio)
Grilled fresh sardines. One of life’s simple delectable pleasures. I actually never tasted grilled sardines until I started traveling to Sicilia. We would spend afternoons …
An Oscar Dinner-Montalcino Style: Pollo con Sedani Rifatti (Chicken with Celery)
While reading the Benvenuto Brunello blog this past weekend, I noticed a post about an ‘ancient recipe that is typical of the city of Brunello’ …
From the Heart: Salmon and Asparagus in a Puff
Wednesday 6AM – Flight back home from yet another business trip. Thursday 6AM – Waking up in my own bed….a very beautiful thing. Thursday 12 …
Shrimp Buzara Style (Gamberoni alla Buzara)
With the waters of the Adriatic lapping its coastline, Friuli Venezia-Giulia’s sparkling sea affords a bounty of fresh seafood, including a species of very large shrimp, almost …
Our Italian Table Goes to India: Indian-spiced Chicken with Chickpeas and Spinach
I do believe that I have fully conquered my fear and loathing of chickpeas! After a week on business in mesmerizing India, I thought for …
A Chicken and 40 Cloves of Garlic
About a year ago, I changed over my Saveur magazine subscription from print to iPad. I finally admitted to myself that I just can’t do …
Carciofi Gratinati con Ragu di Pollo: Artichoke and Chicken Gratin
Ooooh, spring is in the air! Days here are turning just a bit warmer and although still chilly, my thoughts turn to the delectable bounty …
Sauteed Swiss Chard and Chick-peas – Florentine style (Bietole e ceci alla fiorentina)
Ok – full disclosure – chick-peas are not my favorite food by a mile! I owe it all to my mother who loved cecis (as …
Saffron Mussels (Cozze al Zafferano)
I love mussels. They can be steamed in all kinds of broths and served with crusty bread. Adding saffron to the mix of ingredients reminds …
Pork and Ricotta Meatballs in a Lemon-Wine Sauce
I happened to catch a segment on the radio this past weekend on meatballs – yes, meatballs – and how they are taking the food …
