Pollo in Potacchio is a rustic, comforting dish from the Le Marche region of Italy. Chicken pieces are gently braised in white wine, tomato passata, garlic and fresh rosemary. The method is straightforward but yields a deeply flavoured, tender result. Serve with creamy polenta, roast potatoes or seasonal vegetables. Many years ago Nathan and I … Read more
These mini cannoli are delightfully simple, irresistibly tasty and undeniably cute. They capture the classic Italian sweet in a tiny, party-ready form. Ready in about 10–15 minutes, they’re ideal for game-day snacks, celebrations or just a cosy treat on the sofa with a cup of tea.
Seriously — how adorable are these?
A classic rosemary focaccia made with simple pantry ingredients. This traditional Italian bread is delightful on its own, perfect for sandwiches, ideal for dipping into soup, and a great base for many topping variations. Rosemary focaccia is one of my favourite Italian breads: crisp on the outside, light and airy inside, and scented with peppery … Read more
Learn how to make authentic Sicilian cannoli at home. This recipe guides you through making crisp, sweet fried shells and a classic ricotta filling so you can enjoy bakery-quality cannoli from your kitchen.
Genovese Sauce or La Genovese Napoletana is a deeply flavorful Neapolitan ragu made with plenty of slowly cooked onions, beef and a splash of white wine. It takes time to simmer into a rich, glossy sauce, but requires little hands-on attention and is simple to prepare. A Genovese Sauce from Naples Despite its name, Genovese … Read more
Risotto alla Valdostana is the perfect comfort-food risotto to keep you warm during cold weather. Hailing from Italy’s Aosta Valley, this traditional dish is cooked with white wine and finished with generous amounts of Fontina DOP, creating a creamy, hearty plate that’s simple and deeply satisfying. The Aosta Valley in northern Italy is known for … Read more
Delicious Italian Stuffed Mussels topped with crispy breadcrumbs, lemon, parsley and garlic. This simple, flavour-packed recipe makes a wonderful appetizer or antipasto and is especially nice for holiday gatherings like Christmas Eve. These stuffed mussels are a classic from Molise in southern Italy. They’re quick to prepare and full of bright flavour from garlic, lemon … Read more
Easy and delicious Ricotta Chicken Croquettes with a crisp, golden exterior and a soft, creamy center made from shredded chicken, smooth ricotta, sautéed onion and fresh thyme.
Eggs in purgatory made with spicy Calabrian ’Nduja. This easy recipe features a flavourful tomato sauce and gently poached eggs with runny yolks perfect for dunking crusty bread. Ready in under 30 minutes and ideal for breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner. Uova in Purgatorio (eggs in purgatory) is a traditional Neapolitan dish from southern Italy. … Read more
Simple, quick and delicious Pistachio Pesto made with fresh basil, garlic, Pecorino cheese and, of course, pistachios. Ready in about 5 minutes, this versatile pesto works beautifully on pasta, pizza, sandwiches and crostini. If you enjoy classic Pesto alla Genovese, you’ll love this Sicilian variation that swaps pine nuts for the rich, buttery flavour of … Read more