Coastline: The Food of Mediterranean Italy, France and Spain, written by Lucio Galletto and David Dale, features over 100 recipes from the Mediterranean coastline of eastern Spain to western Italy with beautiful photography and captivating stories. Highlights include Broqueta de Llagostins (Shrimp Skewers with Paprika), Escalivada (Roasted Vegetables), Fideua Negra (Black Noodles with Seafood), Coca…
The NYC Kitchen Cookbook and Chocolate Nutella Semifreddo
The NYC Kitchen Cookbook: 150 Recipes Inspired by the Specialty Food Shops, Spice Stores, and Markets of New York City, written by Tracey Ceurvels, features some of the best ingredients found in NYC incorporated into simple, but flavorful meals. Notable favorites include Spring Risotto, Sweet Potato and Carrot Dip with Nigella Seeds, Seared Tamari-Orange Scallops,…
Lidia’s Celebrate Like an Italian Cookbook Review and Crostoli al Cioccolato (Chocolate Crostoli)
Lidia’s Celebrate Like an Italian: 220 Foolproof Recipes That Make Every Meal a Party, written by Lidia Matticchi Bastianich and Tanya Bastianich Manuali, features a variety of recipes perfect for entertaining, whether it be for formal affairs, casual get-togethers, or even weeknight dinners for the family. Highlights include Bocconcini di Pollo e Salsicce all’Aceto di…
Passione Cookbook Review and Ndundari con Salsa di Pomodoro e Basilico (Pasta Dumplings with Tomato and Basil Sauce)
Passione: Simple, Seductive Recipes for Lovers of Italian Food features over 100 of Gennaro Contaldo’s favorite dishes and stories from his childhood. Along with the recipe I am sharing for Ndundari con Salsa di Pomodoro e Basilico (Pasta Dumplings with Tomato and Basil Sauce), other highlights include Zuppa di Piselli e Menta Fresca (Pea and Fresh…
Philadephia: The Logan Hotel and Cannoli
We recently spent a long weekend visiting Philadelphia, Pennsylvania for the first time and I’ll be covering our experiences in a series of four blog posts. I am starting with our stay at The Logan Hotel and pairing the review with a recipe for the iconic Cannoli. Disclosure: I received a two night stay at…
Homemade Pasta Made Simple Cookbook Review and Trofie
Homemade Pasta Made Simple: A Pasta Cookbook with Easy Recipes & Lessons to Make Fresh Pasta Any Night, written by Manuela Zangara, demystifies homemade pasta at home with a variety of techniques, shapes, and over 30 accompanying sauces. I have actually been a longtime follower of Manuela’s blog (and have featured a few of her…
Panetteria Cookbook Review and Panini All’Olio (Italian Olive Oil Rolls)
Panetteria: Gennaro’s Italian Bakery, written by Gennaro Contaldo, features authentic sweet and savory Italian baking for both special occasions and everyday cooking. Highlights include Treccia Colorata (Braided Sweet Bread), Pizzette Margherita (Mini Pizzas with Tomato, Mozzarella, and Basil), Danubio Salato (Savory Brioche), Panini al Latte (Milk Rolls), Focaccia con Aglio e Rosmarino (Focaccia with Garlic and Rosemary),…
Pizzelle (Italian Waffle Cookies)
A recipe for Pizzelle- a holiday favorite originating from Abruzzo, Italy. These thin, round wafer cookies are made using a special Pizzelle Iron and can be made into a variety of flavors. Disclosure: I received a Chef’s Choice Pizzelle Pro Toscano 834 in exchange for my honest review. All comments and opinions are my own. This post contains…
Cucina Napoletana Cookbook Review and Mozzarella in Carrozza (Neapolitan Fried Mozzarella Sandwiches)
Cucina Napoletana: 100 Recipes from Italy’s Most Vibrant City, written by Arturo Iengo, features the cuisine of Naples and surrounding Campania. You will find a variety of recipes from Antipasti to Dolci including Cozze al Pepe (Peppered Mussels), Bucatini alla “Settembrini” (Tricolor Pasta), Bocconcini del Prete (Baked Mini Omelettes with Provolone, Ham, and Tomato), Fagiolini…
Tasting Rome Cookbook Review and Panna Cotta alla Menta con Salsa di Cioccolato (Roman Mint Panna Cotta)
Tasting Rome: Fresh Flavors & Forgotten Recipes from an Ancient City, written by Katie Parla and Kristina Gill, features over 85 traditional and contemporary dishes from Rome along with highlights from the city’s unique historical and cultural background. A few dishes are variations of popular Italian favorites (Coffee Granita, Potato Gnocchi, Rigatoni alla Carbonara, Pizza Bianca), but…
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