Mini homemade spinach and potato gnocchi (chicche) tossed in a silky Parmigiano Reggiano and butter sauce. Comforting, elegant and remarkably simple, this dish is perfect when you want something indulgent but not fussy.

Trofie al Pesto alla Genovese with Potatoes and Green Beans. A classic Ligurian dish: trofie pasta tossed with potatoes and green beans, finished with homemade basil pesto. It’s full of bright flavour, simple to prepare and makes a satisfying, healthy meal. Trofie is a small hand-rolled pasta shape typical of Liguria. One of the most … Read more
Mini homemade spinach and potato gnocchi (chicche) tossed in a silky Parmigiano Reggiano and butter sauce. Comforting, elegant and remarkably simple, this dish is perfect when you want something indulgent but not fussy.

Acquacotta is a classic Tuscan soup built from seasonal vegetables, served over toasted bread and pecorino, and finished with a gently poached egg. Simple, nourishing and deeply satisfying, it’s a perfect example of rustic Italian cooking.

An easy Italian tomato sauce made from scratch using only four ingredients in about 10 minutes. This versatile sauce is ideal for pasta, pizza, or for dipping char-grilled ciabatta. It’s intensely flavorful and very simple to make. There are countless variations of Italian tomato sauce: some use fresh tomatoes and long simmering, others add chilli … Read more
Pasta e Patate alla Napoletana is a warm, satisfying classic from Naples. It combines guanciale with a simple soffritto, rosemary, potatoes and small pasta for a comforting, flavourful meal that’s straightforward to prepare.

Perfectly cooked al dente penne tossed in a quick, creamy Gorgonzola sauce. This versatile sauce works beautifully over a chargrilled steak, baked into a potato gratin, or—my favorite—simply tossed with pasta for an easy, comforting weeknight dinner.

Crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy inside, these Italian roast potatoes are the perfect side for any roast dinner or main. With whole garlic cloves and fresh rosemary, they’re full of flavour and hard to resist. Who doesn’t love perfectly roasted potatoes? These are my favourite way to prepare them. I often serve … Read more
Creamy chickpeas cooked in garlic butter with tender Italian cavolo nero make a simple, flavourful side dish. It’s comforting, quick to prepare and pairs beautifully with fish, roast chicken or pork. We make this dish often at home. It’s a reliable weeknight option when served with baked salmon or white fish, but it also complements … Read more
Easy, flavorful zucchini patties made with garlic, fresh basil and smoked scamorza. Crispy and golden outside with a soft, cheesy center, these patties are an ideal light lunch or dinner and a great way to use summer zucchini.

Try these Chicken and Mushroom Pies for a deliciously comforting weekday meal this winter. They are simple to make and taste wonderful alongside creamy mashed potatoes. Hello fellow foodies — I hope you had a relaxing weekend. Ours was full of festive fun as we celebrated an early “Christmas” for a friend who will be … Read more