Want to make incredible, restaurant-quality pizzas at home? It’s easier than you think when you use the right tools. This straightforward guide shares practical tips to help you bake the perfect pizza in your kitchen. We’re obsessed with homemade pizza — from kneading the dough to selecting toppings and, of course, enjoying every slice. Over … Read more
Italian Beef Braciole simmered slowly in a rich tomato sauce. This comforting southern Italian dish features thin slices of beef rolled with prosciutto, pecorino, garlic and fresh herbs. It’s perfect for a traditional Italian Sunday lunch. Quick recipe snapshot Authentic southern Italian recipe. A hearty, comforting Sunday lunch full of flavour. Made with simple ingredients … Read more
The easiest parsley pesto, made with simple ingredients and ready in only 2 minutes. Use it for pasta, with fish or chicken, in salads, sandwiches or as a dip—an effortless way to add big flavor. Pesto is one of my favourite condiments. While classic basil pesto is well known and delicious when made fresh, parsley … Read more
Tuna Panzanella Salad features seared tuna steaks with juicy cherry tomatoes, briny olives, crisp cucumber and homemade ciabatta croutons, all dressed in a simple vinaigrette. It’s fresh, healthy and quick to prepare — perfect for a light dinner or an easy lunch you can make ahead. This is an updated, non‑traditional take on panzanella that … Read more
Chicken Cacciatore is a timeless, rustic Italian stew: juicy chicken thighs simmered in a rich tomato sauce with vegetables, herbs, pancetta and olives. It’s the kind of comforting meal that’s perfect on a cold evening—serve with creamy polenta or Italian roast potatoes for a satisfying dinner. Pollo alla cacciatora translates roughly as “hunter’s style.” While … Read more
Bombardino is a small Italian eggnog cocktail made from three simple ingredients. It’s compact but potent — the perfect way to warm up on a chilly winter evening. This delightful drink packs a punch. If you enjoy eggnog, you’ll love Bombardino. Traditionally it’s made with an egg-based liqueur such as Zabov or Advocaat, plus brandy … Read more
Espresso Martini — a bold, sweet coffee cocktail made with espresso, Kahlua and vodka. Served ice cold with a silky, foamy top and traditionally garnished with three coffee beans, it’s the perfect after-dinner drink when you want espresso and dessert in one glass. If you enjoy coffee, an Espresso Martini is likely to become a … Read more
Insalata Pantesca is a bright, refreshing salad from the island of Pantelleria in Sicily. It combines boiled potatoes with capers, olives, cherry tomatoes, fragrant oregano and a simple tangy dressing. Easy to make and full of Mediterranean flavour. Ideal for warm weather, this salad celebrates fresh, uncomplicated ingredients. Potatoes are boiled whole in their skins … Read more
The most famous Italian salad is, of course, the classic Caprese. Simple, fresh and delicious, it works as a side or a light lunch and is the best way to enjoy ripe summer tomatoes. You can’t have an Italian food blog without a Caprese… A classic Caprese is deceptively simple, but that simplicity means each … Read more
Gnocchi alla Romana is a traditional Roman comfort dish made from semolina instead of potatoes. The semolina is cooked with milk, butter, salt and a pinch of nutmeg, then enriched with Pecorino and Parmigiano. The mixture is shaped into logs, chilled, sliced into discs and baked until the tops are golden and crisp while the interior remains soft and creamy. Ready in under an hour, these gnocchi make a rich side or a satisfying standalone course.
