Mains
Main dishes, for me, are a canvas of culinary exploration and cultural appreciation, blending the comforting embrace of Italian heritage with the thrilling adventure of discovering new and exciting flavors from across the globe. Each meal represents a unique chapter in my journey, reminding me that the joy of cooking and sharing food knows no borders.
Carbonara
A creamy and classic Italian delight. Carbonara, a quintessential Italian pasta dish, has been capturing the hearts and palates of food enthusiasts for generations. With its simple yet incredibly satisfying combination of ingredients, this dish embodies the essence of...
Orecchiette
Orecchiette is one of my favourite pasta to make AND eat. This type of pasta is a staple in Basilicata - the southern region in Italy where my dad comes from. Needless to say, I've eaten quite a bit of this pasta over the years, and orecchiette with sausage and...
Chicken Cacciatore
A slice of rustic bread is a must-have to scoop up the delicious sauce that comes from the chicken, tomatoes and oil! This is a staple in our house, we really have it all the time! Chicken Cacciatore A classic of Italian home cooking. I don't think there is one...
Ragù alla Bolognese
Here is a pasta that everyone should have in their list of dinner recipes! Pasta bolognese is hearty, comforting and packed with flavor. It takes more time than the average pasta dish, but it is still very easy to make and always worth it. One thing to mention is that...
Gnocchi with Peas and Pancetta
It's a weird time. Living in Milan I only leave my apartment for groceries - about once a week. And while I am in no shortage of food, I've had to break my habit of going to the store every day to get the ingredients to make whatever I felt like making that day. So,...
Orecchiette with Rapini and Sausage
Orecchiette with Rapini & Sausage 350 g orecchiette300 g rapini300 g sausage (out of casing)40 g white wine1 clove garlic30 g olive oilRed pepper flakes SaltPepperParmigiano (to serve) Boil the rapini in salted water for about 7 minutes.Meanwhile, heat the olive...