Florence’s Simposio is a Florentine cookbook from Italy with the city’s traditional recipes and my favorite Renaissance Florentines.
MAREMMA, A SIMPOSIO COOKBOOK
Treat yourself to a complete immersion in Maremma’s food, recipes, stories, and traditions.
Italian Pumpkin Risotto Recipe – The Authentic Way
Imagine savoring a plate of steaming pumpkin risotto after a long walk through the woods, admiring golden autumn foliage, with a glass of dry Prosecco complementing the pumpkin's delicate sweetness. That's exactly what Risotto alla Zucca feels like. One of Northern...
Authentic Italian Pasta with Fresh Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic & Basil
Pasta with fresh cherry tomatoes, garlic, and basil is a summery and easy main dish from Italy. Here’s the recipe!
Authentic Italian Spinach with Cheese (Spinaci Filanti Recipe)
This Italian spinach with cheese recipe is a delicious, cheesy side dish made with fresh spinach, mozzarella, and cacioricotta—a unique aged ricotta cheese from Southern Italy. Creamy, comforting, and surprisingly simple, it's one of those humble dishes that quietly...
How to Make Caffè Leccese – The Authentic Puglian Iced Coffee
Caffe Leccese is a coffee drink from Salento made with espresso and almond syrup. Here’s the recipe!
ITALIAN-STYLE SAUTÉED BROCCOLI RECIPE
Italian-style sautéed broccoli is a creamy, aromatic side dish that perfectly captures the essence of Italian home cooking. Unlike the crunchy broccoli you may be used to, this traditional recipe cooks the vegetable until soft before sautéing it with garlic, chili,...
AUTHENTIC ITALIAN PIZZA DOUGH RECIPE & THE CAST-IRON SKILLET METHOD
The biggest obstacle to making great pizza at home isn't the dough. It's the oven. Italian pizzerias bake pizzas at temperatures that most home ovens can only dream of reaching. For years I tested countless pizza dough recipes. The dough rose beautifully, full of...
WHAT TO EAT IN SIENA: A SLOW FOOD GUIDE TO THE CITY
In this post, I’ll share with you what to eat in Siena: local foods, typical ingredients, and the traditional dishes you can’t miss!
Italian smoked salmon pasta recipe
Italian smoked salmon pasta recipe (penne al salmone) made with penne pasta, smoked salmon, heavy cream, white wine, a hint of brandy, and fresh parsley. A delicious, festive, and traditional Italian pasta dish for Christmas Eve!