A classic Peach Bellini made with fresh peach purée and bubbly Italian Prosecco. This simple, fruity cocktail is perfect for a relaxed weekend brunch or a celebration with friends — ready in under 10 minutes.
Speck and Mushroom Pappardelle with Creamy Parmesan Sauce
Delicious speck and mushroom pappardelle made with a simple, creamy sauce and fresh ribbons of pasta. This speck and mushroom pappardelle is a wonderfully simple pasta dish that relies on high-quality ingredients and straightforward technique. With just a few components, it delivers rich, comforting flavor—exactly the kind of meal that’s beloved across Italy. If you’re … Read more
Baked Orzo-Stuffed Tomatoes with Herbs and Parmesan
Easy, delicious baked stuffed tomatoes filled with creamy orzo, sautéed mushrooms and melting mozzarella. These pasta-stuffed tomatoes are perfect served hot with a salad or cooled for a portable lunch the next day. Below you’ll also find a simple method for cooking orzo like a risotto. I love stuffed vegetables, and tomatoes are one of … Read more
Italian-Style Roast Beef with Marsala Sauce and Caramelized Onions
Juicy and delicious Italian roast beef served with a simple marsala and onion gravy. This family roast is easy to prepare with just a few ingredients and is ready in under two hours. Serve with roasted potatoes and your favourite sides. A roast dinner is comforting, hearty and always satisfying—whether it’s roast chicken, pork tenderloin … Read more
Crispy Fried Gnocchi Bites with Prosciutto & Aged Pecorino
These crispy fried gnocchi appetizers with Pecorino and prosciutto are elegant, easy to make and bursting with flavour. Ready in under 20 minutes, they make a superb Italian finger food for parties, casual get-togethers or an aperitivo platter.
Grilled Romaine Salad with Creamy Caper Dressing
Grilled Romaine Lettuce dressed in a creamy caper sauce, finished with crispy pancetta and shavings of Parmigiano Reggiano. This straightforward recipe is full of flavor and works beautifully as a light lunch or as a side for steak and other grilled meats. Grilling romaine may sound unusual, but it produces a lovely smoky char and … Read more
Why I’m Leaving Italy: My Journey Away from the Italian Dream
Yes, you read correctly — we’re leaving Italy. We’re packing up our home in the Tuscan countryside, saying goodbye to sipping wine beside the vineyard and enjoying our last few days of blue skies and sunshine before we move back to Scotland. But why are we leaving? Let me explain…. The Italian Dream Living in … Read more
Pasta e Lenticchie: Classic Italian Pasta with Lentils Recipe
Pasta e Lenticchie, or pasta and lentils, is a comforting one‑pot dish from Naples. Dried green lentils are simmered with passata, aromatic vegetables, herbs and pancetta, then cooked together with small pasta to create a rich, budget‑friendly meal full of classic Italian flavour.
Baileys Hot Chocolate with Maple Whipped Cream Recipe
Let this Baileys Hot Chocolate with Maple Whipped Cream bring you comfort and joy this holiday season – indulgent, delicious and simple. When winter evenings grow dark and cold, there’s nothing better than wrapping yourself up, lighting a fire and holding a steaming mug of homemade hot chocolate. This Baileys Hot Chocolate with Maple Whipped … Read more
Pasta with Green Beans, Tomatoes & Fresh Pesto
Pappardelle with green beans, cherry tomatoes and parsley pesto. This quick sauce comes together while the pasta cooks. Fresh, bright and full of flavour — ideal for busy weeknights.
