Table of Contents Introduction Regional Cuisine Daily Life and Eating Habits Family and Traditions Festive Meals A Recipe to Remember Introduction Can you tell us a bit about yourself? My name is Luca. I’m 51 years old and work as a sound designer. I was born in Trieste, in the Friuli Venezia Giulia region, and … Read more
This Pineapple Ginger Juice is incredibly refreshing. The natural sweetness of pineapple works beautifully with the warm, spicy bite of fresh ginger, and a splash of lemon brightens the flavor and boosts the drink’s nutrient content. Homemade juices are fast, wholesome, and flavorful. This pineapple-ginger variation is one of my favorites—light, fruity, and slightly spicy. … Read more
Table of Contents Introduction Regional Cuisine Daily Life and Eating Habits Family and Traditions Festive Meals A Recipe to Remember Introduction Can you tell us a bit about yourself? What town and region in Italy are you from? Hello! I was born in Suvereto, a small town in Tuscany. I lived there until I was … Read more
Succulent, fall-apart braised chicken with olives, tomatoes and lentils. This one-pot chicken dish is simple to prepare, full of Mediterranean flavours and makes a healthy, satisfying meal the whole family will enjoy. It’s made with chicken thighs and drumsticks, green olives, sun-dried tomatoes and pre-cooked lentils.
Mandazi: East African doughnuts with a slightly crunchy exterior and a light, fluffy interior. Sweet but not overly sweet, these treats are perfect with tea or coffee and are easy to make again and again. I’m on a fun journey exploring African foods, testing them in my kitchen, and sharing the results with you. Along … Read more
Panpepato is a traditional Christmas spiced chocolate cake from Ferrara in Emilia Romagna. This dense, slightly chewy cake is packed with chopped nuts, dried fruit and honey, seasoned with warm spices and a touch of freshly ground black pepper, then finished with a generous coating of melted dark chocolate. It’s festive, full-flavored and surprisingly easy … Read more
The most delicious Ricotta Pasta Recipe, made two ways: bright lemon zest or rich parmesan with cracked black pepper. This no-cook sauce is effortless—the hardest part is boiling the pasta. I love a super simple pasta recipe for busy evenings when you’re hungry, tired and just need a comforting meal. This ricotta pasta tastes a … Read more
I grew up eating this incredibly tasty Cameroonian Banana Cake. It’s the perfect way to use overripe bananas, and the flavor is amazing. I had really ripe bananas sitting in my fridge, so I turned them into banana cake. This Cameroonian banana cake is simple and delicious: a couple of ripe bananas and basic pantry … Read more
A simple, comforting Creamy Mushroom Risotto made with chanterelle and chestnut mushrooms, fresh thyme and Parmesan. Perfect for busy weeknights in autumn. Autumn has arrived… If you love quick comfort food, this creamy mushroom risotto is a winner. Tender chanterelle and chestnut (crimini) mushrooms mingle with silky Arborio rice, finished with mascarpone and Parmesan for … Read more
Gnocchi tossed in a rich, creamy white sausage ragu flavored with rosemary, white wine and garlic. Quick to make, full of depth and perfect for busy weeknights — ready in under 30 minutes. This is one of those fast weeknight dishes that keeps coming back into our rotation because it’s so satisfying. I wanted a … Read more