September 23, 2015
First Day of Autumn… Time for Gnocchi
This is my version of a ragù I tasted in a lasagnetta, a little lasagna in the restaurant, Il Divo, in...
August 11, 2015
Berry Beautiful…
What is better than picking your own fruit to cook with? These little custard tarts can be topped with any...
July 30, 2015
Amazing Arancini…
These little hot rice pyramids (or other shapes) are sold as snacks in bakeries around Sicily. I travelled near Etna...
July 28, 2015
Pannacotta for Grown Ups…
This recipe for a coffee pannacotta serves as an excellent finish to a summer dinner party. The strong espresso flavour...
July 17, 2015
Coconut Kisses… Sweet yet Saintly!
These little treats are ideal for when you want something sweet or want stop sweet cravings as they have hardly...
June 25, 2015
The Best Broadbean Pate…
Broad bean and mint dip Franco Taruschio made me this vibrant green dip in spring when he instructed our family in picking...
June 16, 2015
Quick, Tasty, Simple and Versatile…
This brilliantly useful paste couldn’t be easier to make and can be spread over hot toast, cooled crostini or stirred...
June 10, 2015
Step into the Beet….
Beetroot Polpettine with an Avocado Dip There are SO many reasons to eat these deep pink patties and feel good! Beetroot...
May 12, 2015
Gloriously Gluten Free…
Since Giancarlo was told last year that he can't eat wheat ever again we have been on a quest to find...
April 7, 2015
Gluten Free Pizza Perfection
Giancarlo was recently diagnosed with coeliac disease and as a result is no longer allowed gluten in his diet. This...
