Learn how to make a bright, refreshing Italian lemon sorbet inspired by the Amalfi Coast. This simple sorbetto al limone uses just three basic ingredients—lemons, sugar and water—and delivers a tart, sweet and icy treat perfect for hot days. The Amalfi Coast is famous for its lemons, and many cafés sell sorbetto al limone in … Read more

Mozzarella in Carrozza — classic Italian fried mozzarella sandwiches with a creamy, oozing mozzarella center and a crisp, golden exterior. Rich, comforting and surprisingly simple to make, this indulgent snack is perfect for a cozy afternoon or a relaxed dinner with a glass of red wine. Mozzarella in Carrozza literally means “mozzarella in a carriage.” … Read more

Super smooth and creamy Whipped Ricotta Dip topped with sweet roasted tomatoes. Bright lemon and fresh herbs lift the flavour, making this dip ideal with char-grilled ciabatta or crostini. If you haven’t tried whipped ricotta, add it to your list — it’s irresistible. A few seconds in a food processor transforms ricotta into an ultra-smooth, … Read more

Penne alla Vodka is a simple, satisfying pasta dish: penne tossed in a creamy tomato-vodka sauce with garlic and pancetta. It’s comforting, rich, and easy to make—perfect when you want a hearty bowl of pasta. This sauce is seriously delicious. The creamy tomato base is luxuriously rich, while a splash of vodka brightens the flavors … Read more

A classic Campari spritz made with three simple ingredients and garnished with fresh strawberries and orange. This ruby-red aperitivo is elegant, refreshing and easy to prepare—perfect with a few small snacks. Bright, bitter and beautifully hued, this Campari cocktail combines prosecco, soda and Campari for a crisp, slightly bitter spritz that pairs wonderfully with fruit … Read more

Giostra d’Alcol is a delightful, playful cocktail created by Italian artist Enrico Prampolini. Often called a Prampolini, this red wine spritz blends Barbera d’Asti, Cedrata soda and Campari for a balanced mix of bitterness, sweetness and refreshing fizz. I first discovered this drink in Mimi Thorisson’s book Old World Italian: Recipes and Secrets from Our … Read more

A simple Cavatelli and Broccoli recipe made with fresh garlic, tender broccoli, a touch of fresh chili and of course cavatelli pasta. This quick weeknight meal is ready in about 15 minutes — hearty, healthy and full of flavor. This dish is ideal for busy evenings: fast, simple, vegetable-rich and genuinely satisfying. Below you’ll find … Read more

Learn how to make Gnocchetti Sardi, also called Malloreddus — a small, ridged pasta from Sardinia. This simple shape is quick to form from a two-ingredient semolina dough. You only need semola rimacinata (fine semolina) and hot water, plus a gnocchi board or a fork to create the classic ridges. Gnocchetti Sardi (meaning “little gnocchi”) … Read more

Sgroppino is a bright, refreshing Italian cocktail made from lemon sorbet, chilled Prosecco and vodka. Easy to prepare and delightfully frothy when blended, this drink is perfect as an after-dinner digestivo, a palate cleanser between courses, or a celebratory summer cocktail. Sgroppino (pronounced sgro-pea-noh) originated in Venice. In the Venetian dialect, “sgropin” means to ‘untie … Read more

The classic chargrilled porterhouse steak, Bistecca alla Fiorentina. Cooked rare and seasoned simply with salt and a touch of olive oil, this steak is straightforward, authentic and incredibly delicious. Florentine steak is one of my favourite dishes in Italy. Before I moved here I reserved fillet steak for special occasions, but now when I crave … Read more