Ligurian Minestrone Soup is a nourishing bowl of squash, zucchini, cabbage, beans and pasta, finished with a spoonful of homemade Genovese pesto. This version is hearty, packed with vegetables and full of bright, comforting flavour. Minestrone alla Genovese is a traditional soup from Liguria. Unlike tomato-based minestrone recipes from other regions, this Ligurian style highlights … Read more
These Brown Butter Pecan Cookies are sweet, tender, and crisp at the edges—utterly decadent. They have a caramel-like, nutty flavor from the browned butter and toasted pecans, with a soft, chewy center and a thin, crisp exterior. Best of all, they bake in about 10 minutes. I often bake cookies around the holidays, and one … Read more
A classic, no-fuss basil pesto recipe—simple, aromatic and versatile. Made with just five core ingredients, this vibrant pesto is perfect tossed through pasta, swirled into salads, smeared on sandwiches, used on pizza or stirred into soups for an instant flavour boost.
Yarn braids I used to watch people braid hair as if they were casting a spell. Their fingers moved with ease and confidence while mine seemed awkward and clumsy. Curious and determined, I decided to uncover their secret and learn the craft myself. My first attempt was on a neighbour who wanted neat cornrows. I … Read more
Struffoli, also known as Italian Honey Balls, are small fried dough spheres coated in a warm, sticky honey syrup and finished with festive sprinkles. This classic Neapolitan Christmas treat is crunchy outside, tender inside, and makes a beautiful centerpiece that the whole family can help prepare.
Bring the steakhouse home with this simple, flavorful Pan Seared Flank Steak made entirely on the stovetop. Ready in about 17 minutes from start to finish. Because this recipe is finished on the stovetop, there’s no oven preheating—just a very hot skillet and a few easy steps to a delicious steak. Flank steak pairs beautifully … Read more
The easiest white bean mash made with cannellini beans, rosemary, lemon and garlic. A quick, healthy alternative to mashed potatoes. Serve with grilled or roasted meat or fish, or spread on toasted ciabatta as a snack. This bean mash is incredibly simple to make and uses common pantry ingredients you probably already have. This side … Read more
Turn simple tilapia into a memorable weeknight dinner with this Garlic Butter Tilapia. With minimal ingredients and just 20 minutes from start to finish, it’s a buttery, garlicky, flaky baked fish that the whole family will enjoy. This recipe requires only about 10 minutes of hands-on prep—the oven does the rest. While the fish bakes, … Read more
Mushroom ravioli filled with a silky mushroom pâté, wrapped in fresh homemade pasta and tossed in a garlicky Parmesan cream sauce. This is a special-occasion pasta that’s worth the effort. Making ravioli from scratch takes practice, but it becomes easier each time and the results are far superior to store-bought or frozen pasta. Fresh egg … Read more
This week I dressed up for Valentine’s Day and took some photos. It was my first time wearing a truly red lipstick. When I first looked in the mirror it felt strange and I almost wiped it off. Instead I decided to be bold and wear it proudly — after all, Valentine’s Day is full … Read more