Tag: italian

strawberry tiramisu

Strawberries and Cream Tiramisu’

This is a variation of the classic tiramisu’, made with whipped cream, juicy strawberries and spongy ladyfingers soaked in strawberry juice. Perfect for strawberry season! I’m very protective of traditional recipes like tiramisù, as Italians do. And I’m also a strong believer that cream does not belong in tiramisù. HOWEVER, […]

negroni

How to Make the Classic Negroni

My all-time favorite cocktail, the classic Negroni. Served with aperitivo, with a charcuterie and cheese board. Best. Thing. Ever. Learn how to make it the traditional way! Aperitivo is a huge thing here in Italy. Probably because alcohol, food and chilling are our favorite things. It’s truly the best. When […]

fritters

Frittelle – Italian Carnival Raisin Fritters

Tomorrow is the last day of Carnival here in Italy! Even if the last two Carnivals haven’t been very exciting (due to the pandemic), this won’t stop me from celebrating at home. My grandma always makes frittelle (or fritters) for Carnival and this year I decided to make them myself! […]

pasta e fagioli

One-Pot Italian Pasta and Beans – Pasta e Fagioli

Here’s my recipe for my favourite Italian comfort food: pasta e fagioli! A creamy and rich pasta with beans, rosemary and prosciutto. It’s easy, affordable, hearty and can be made in one pot! I know the name doesn’t sound really exciting (it literally translates to “pasta and beans”), but it […]

homemade italian hot chocolate mix

Homemade Italian Hot Chocolate Mix

The most luxurious, rich and creamy homemade Italian hot chocolate. This homemade mix is the perfect gift to give someone you love! Italian hot chocolate is thicker, richer and creamier than American hot chocolate, which is usually lighter and milkier. In Italy we all grow up with the same brand […]

mulled wine

Italian Mulled Wine – How to make Vin Brulé

Fairy lights, hot chocolate, warm spices. These are only some of the things I love about this season! There’s nothing best than going to a Christmas market and enjoying a warm mug of mulled wine. In Italy it’s called vin brulé and it simmers away all day long at the […]