These delicious Italian stuffed peppers are filled with anchovies, garlic, basil and cherry tomatoes. A quick, flavorful lunch or dinner you’ll want to make again and again. I love these Italian stuffed peppers. Even if you’re not an anchovy fan, the anchovies in this recipe add a deep, savory note without tasting overly fishy or … Read more
Carbonade Valdostana is a warming, hearty beef stew from Italy’s Aosta Valley. Rich and comforting, this winter dish is simmered in a full bottle of red wine and scented with festive spices like cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg, along with juniper berries, sage and bay leaves. Serve it over creamy polenta or mashed potatoes for a truly cosy meal.
Learn how to make a classic Italian soffritto using carrot, celery and onion. This simple base adds real depth to soups, stews and sauces, giving your dishes authentic Italian flavour. The word soffritto comes from the verb soffrigere, meaning to gently fry or sauté. In Italian cooking it refers to a finely chopped mix of … Read more
Roasted Butternut Squash tossed with fresh rosemary, finished with creamy gorgonzola and crunchy walnuts. This effortless side feels special and works beautifully with roast dinners or as a seasonal salad addition. Butternut squash is one of my favourite autumn ingredients. When it’s in season I use it in soups, risottos, creamy pastas or simply roasted … Read more
Linguine alle Vongole is a timeless Italian seafood pasta featuring fresh clams, garlic, white wine and a squeeze of lemon. This straightforward recipe delivers vibrant, balanced flavours and is perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a relaxed dinner with friends. Serve with chilled white wine and crusty bread to soak up the savory sauce. … Read more
Ciambotta is a classic southern Italian vegetable stew that celebrates summer produce. Built from zucchini, eggplant, bell peppers and tomatoes, it’s light but satisfying, full of texture and fresh flavour.
We give the classic White Russian a delightful Italian twist by adding Frangelico, a rich hazelnut liqueur. This cosy after-dinner cocktail combines coffee liqueur, vodka and a splash of heavy cream, finished with shaved dark chocolate for an indulgent touch. Frangelico is one of my favourite liqueurs — delicious neat, stirred into an affogato or … Read more
Orecchiette with broccoli, garlic and chilli, finished with Parmigiano and a squeeze of fresh lemon. This simple, flavourful dish comes together quickly—perfect for busy weeknights when you want something nourishing and delicious on the table fast.
Pollo e Patate – Chicken and potatoes roasted with garlic, sage, rosemary and a splash of white wine. This straightforward, flavourful dish is comforting, low-prep and ideal for an easy weeknight dinner.
An easy, wonderfully comforting Butternut Squash Risotto made with fresh thyme, garlic and Parmesan. This seasonal risotto is ideal for autumn and winter evenings — creamy, fragrant and on the table in just over half an hour. There’s something unbeatable about a bowl of risotto made from scratch. Whether it’s a saffron risotto, creamy mushroom … Read more