The BEST Focaccia Recipe

Jan 21, 2024 | Bread, Sides, Valentine's Day

Focaccia is an Italian flatbread known for its airy texture, crisp crust, and savoury toppings. Versatile and delicious, it can be served as an appetizer, a side dish, or even the star of the meal. Our recipe captures the essence of traditional focaccia while...

Panzanella

Aug 21, 2023 | Mains, Sides, Summer

In the world of Italian cuisine, panzanella stands out as a refreshing and flavorsome dish that encapsulates the essence of Mediterranean flavors. This iconic bread salad has been cherished for centuries, known for its simple yet vibrant combination of ingredients....

Rice Balls

Nov 17, 2021 | Sides

The best side to any dish! Rice Balls 2 cups white italian rice½ cup grated parmigiano cheese1 eggcubed mozzarella (1 cube per rice ball)1 cup plain breadcrumbsvegetable oil for frying Cook your rice with salted water to al dente and drain. You can cook the rice ahead...

Crispy Baked Bruschetta

Dec 5, 2020 | Sides

Crispy Baked Bruschetta 1 baguette (or any rustic bread )300 g (2 cups) cherry tomatoes 1 garlic clove (mashed)2 tbsp olive oil1 tsp balsamic vinegarsalt (to taste )pepper (to taste)basil leaves (chiffonade)60 g mozzarella (shredded) Preheat the oven to 350°C. Slice...

Fried Zucchini Flowers

Aug 9, 2020 | Sides

The perfect summer snack/appetizer in under 30 minutes! Fried Zucchini Flowers 24 zucchini flowers3 eggs¼ cup grated parmigiano cheese¾ cup flour½ cup beer/sparkling water high heat oil for pan frying (ex. canola oil ) Prep the flowers: carefully remove the inner...

Ciambelle Ciociare (Bread Donuts)

Mar 23, 2020 | Bread, Sides

This one is dear to my heart. I can’t remember any special occasion spent with my family that did not include ciambelle. These fennel flavored bread donuts originate from Frosinone, the province where my mom is from. I will always have the image of sitting at...