Blog Archives for tag Italy

‘Barramundi Agrodolce’

Barramundi has quickly become one of our favorite go-to fish varieties.  A flaky white fish that is widely distributed in… Continue reading »

‘Ricotta Chocolate Chip Cookies’

I dare you to try and eat just one of these chocolate chip cookies! No joke, they are addictive. With… Continue reading »

‘Slow-Roasted Salmon’

From one of my favorite cookbooks, Giada De Laurentiis’ Giada’s Italy: My Recipes for La Dolce Vita, this recipe for slow-roasted… Continue reading »

Saltimbocca

Simple in its ingredients and preparation, yet anything-but-simple in its taste, Saltimbocca is as classic as Italian dishes get.  Simply… Continue reading »

Panna Cotta Tart with Rose-Scented Strawberries

Once you master the four basic steps of making a classic Italian panna cotta, it will become of your favorite… Continue reading »

Chicken Cutlet Caprese

Beneath this flavorful and fresh caprese salad are grilled, balsamic-marinated chicken cutlets.  The thinly sliced chicken cutlets marinate overnight in… Continue reading »

‘Cauliflower Risi e Bisi’

I served this low-carb version of a Venetian risotto alongside the Steak Peperonata recipe from yesterday’s post.  A classic Risi e Bisi is a… Continue reading »

Steak Peperonata

A classic peperonata is a southern Italian sauce made with olive oil, sweet peppers, fresh herbs and capers.  The peppers gently… Continue reading »

Radicchio & Watercress Salad with Pine Nuts, Mushrooms and Prosciutto

Very similar to the classic Italian tricolore salad of radicchio, endive and arugula with shaved Parmesan over top, my version of… Continue reading »

Mami Camilla’s Marinated Chili Peppers

While studying in Italy a few years back, I stayed at the charming Hotel Soleluna, a bed & breakfast in… Continue reading »