A few years ago, my family and I travelled to Puglia in Italy — a region with a breathtaking coastline, turquoise waters, and some of the most memorable food I’ve ever eaten. One of the moments that stuck with me most was wandering through the old streets of Bari and turning a corner to find…
Tag: Italian Food
Spinach and Ricotta Gnudi with Sage Butter Sauce
Yesterday I stopped by Paesanella Cheese Manufacturers in Marrickville and couldn’t resist their house-made ricotta. Still warm from being cooked, it was soft, creamy, and delicately sweet — the kind of ricotta that makes you want to rush home and cook something special. For me, that meant Spinach and Ricotta Gnudi — little dumplings of…
Beef Short Rib Ragu: A Hearty Italian Classic
There’s something so special about cooking a meal with ingredients that feel like a little surprise. My husband has a butcher near his work that offers weekly specials, and he often picks up whatever meat is on sale that week. Last week, it was lamb cutlets, so I made these Grilled Lamb Cutlets with Herb…
Mediterranean Vegetable Focaccia
Focaccia is one of those breads that manages to be both simple and elegant, making it perfect for any meal. Whether served as a side to pasta or enjoyed on its own with a drizzle of olive oil, it always hits the mark. This Mediterranean Vegetable Focaccia takes it a step further, with roasted zucchini,…
Pasta Puttanesca
This Pasta Puttanesca Recipe is a dish that’s as bold in flavour as it is in history. With a combination of garlic, anchovies, black olives, capers, and tomatoes, this Italian classic is perfect for when you want something quick, easy, and full of attitude. But there’s a little more to this dish than just its…
Fig, Prosciutto and Mozzarella Salad with Balsamic Dressing
When figs are in season, they’re at their best—sweet, ripe, and plentiful. This is the perfect time to make a Fig, Prosciutto and Mozzarella Salad, a dish that beautifully highlights their natural flavour. The combination of creamy mozzarella, salty prosciutto, and luscious figs, all brought together with a tangy balsamic dressing, creates a perfect balance…
Homemade Gnocchi with Tomato Sugo and Burrata
Homemade Gnocchi with Tomato Sugo and Burrata Why you will love this Homemade Gnocchi with Tomato Sugo and Burrata Recipe? Well if you’ve ever savoured a bowl of fluffy gnocchi topped with a rich tomato sugo and creamy burrata, you know the magic of this Italian classic. Making gnocchi from scratch elevates this dish, bringing…
Italian Bone Broth Recipe (Brodo)
Italian bone broth, known as brodo, is a clear, nourishing broth made by gently simmering meat, bones and aromatics. It’s simple, comforting and deeply rooted in Italian home cooking. This is my Nonna’s recipe for brodo, and it holds a very special place in my heart. It’s one of the first foods I can remember…
Rose & Raspberry Panna Cotta with Pistachio Crumb
I love this Rose and Raspberry Panna Cotta, Raspberries are my absolute favourite berry. When I eat fresh raspberries it is as much about the scent for me as it is the flavour. I find that there is a distinct rose like scent that permeates from raspberries that I absolutely adore! So next time you…
Boscaiola (Creamy Bacon and Mushroom Pasta)
Boscaiola is a rich, creamy, and indulgent pasta dish, perfect for a cozy winter meal. Its name reflects its rustic origins in Italian woodlands. The sauce features bacon, mushrooms, and optional egg, offering a hearty comfort food. It can be adapted to a vegetarian version and pairs well with Pinot Noir or Barbera wine.