Peposo: Peppered Lamb Stew in Red Wine, Slow Cooked in a Wood Oven

The trials & tribulations of baking bread in stone farmhouse in Italy

Mushroom Hunting in the Hills of Le Marche + 3 Fall Funghi Recipes

Autumn's Apple Harvest: Apple Cinnamon Cake

Savory Radicchio and Prosciutto Crostini Topped with Sweet Syrupy Sapa

For those out there that think of anchovies as "bait" taste again!

It's tomato season, so keep it simple while cooking. No need to make heavy sauces with all those gorgeous tomatoes that are bursting with flavor - try a simple 5 ingredient recipe with slow roasted tomatoes, herbs, loads of olive oil and topped wit

A Refreshing Twist: Mint Infused White Wine Syrup

Savory Slow Roasted Tomatoes with Filet of Anchovy

Dinner in 5 Minutes: Veal Scallopini with Lemon & Parsley

This oven-free, cook-free, heat-free dish will help you keep your cool in a hot summer kitchen!

The Beautiful Borlotti: Speckled Cranberry Beans {5 Recipes}

In the height of tomato season try this light and refreshing summer pasta sauce of raw uncooked tomatoes with lemon infused olive oil tossed over fresh pasta. The lemon compliments the tomatoes creating a bright & flavorful dish that's quick & easy.

A great "Meatless Monday" meal is a heaping bowl of mussels & clams in white wine with crusty bread & a bottle of crisp Verdicchio D.O.C. This dish literally is done in 5 minutes!

Nothing says summer like a barbecue on a hot summer night! Fragrant rosemary skewers packed with filets of steak wrapped in thinly sliced pancetta and fresh sausages grilled over an open fire...my oh my!

Fresh picked cherries macerated in homemade limoncello, it doesn't get much better than that! A perfect combination of sweet & tart and to top it off with a spoonful of whipped cream!

Creamy Vanilla Panna Cotta with Dark Chocolate Ganache, A Classic No-Bake Dessert

Lick-Your-Plate-Amazing Tiramisu

Radish, Cucumber & Chive Salad: Fresh, Crunchy, Peppery & Picnic Perfect!

Stuffed lemons with tomatoes, anchovies, basil & mozzarella is a delicious antipasto and perfect example of balancing flavors: fat, acid, sweet, salty & aromatic.

Hearty Farro +Spring Veggies = Sunday Soup
Nutrient-rich farro is an ancient grain with a nutty flavor & firm-chewy texture, making it wonderful to cook with in soups, salads & breads.

A new spin on the classic limoncello is arancello, use Sicilian blood oranges instead of lemons from Positano for a lovely liquor with a bold bright flavor. A no-fail recipe (orange rinds, grain alcohol, sugar & water) means it's a perfect introduc

Sweet peas have arrived at the farmers market, spring is here! Peas & pancetta - one of my favorite spring side-dishes.

Fresh pasta with zucchini blossoms from the garden - cooking in Italy

Fennel is a versatile vegetable that is often looked over for being too tough. Braising is a great way to soften this hearty root vegetable known to aid in digestion.