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) and Giveaway
Today I am sharing a recipe for Pizzelles, Italian Waffle Cookies, and giving away a PizzellePro Toscano from Chef’s Choice so you can make your own! The Pizzelle is a popular Christmas cookie originally from Abruzzo, Italy. You can also find them during Easter and other celebrations. It is known as one of the oldest…
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…
#SundaySupper Italian Fest: Tiramisu Semifreddo
Today’s #SundaySupper is going to Italy with host Manuela of Manu’s Menu and nearly 60 different recipes! I am sharing Tiramisu Semifreddo for the event. Semifreddo is a “semi-frozen” Italian dessert and comes in a variety of flavors. This particular Semifreddo takes the traditional Tiramisu and adds an ice cream cake-like quality. Savoiardi cookies (Ladyfingers) are dipped in spiked…
Crescia al Formaggio (Italian Easter Cheese Bread)
Crescia al Formaggio (Pizza di Pasqua al Formaggio) is a savory Easter bread from the Marche and Umbria regions of central Italy. This rich, eggy bread is packed with 6 ounces of finely grated cheese. I used a combination of Parmigiano-Reggiano and Pecorino. This bread is best the day it is baked. To help liven…
Culinaria Italy Cookbook Review and Strascinati con la Mollica (Italian Pasta with Breadcrumbs)
Culinaria Italy: A Celebration of Food and Tradition, edited by Claudia Piras, features the diverse regional cuisine of Italy with hundreds of recipes and photographs throughout its 380 pages. In addition to the amazing food, this book also offers an in-depth look into the historical background of its people, local ingredients, and culture. Some well-known dishes (Bellini, Risotto all Milanese,…
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