RECENT RECIPES

Classic Watermelon Granita

Classic Watermelon Granita

Cool, refreshing, and naturally vibrant, this frozen summer dessert is a wonderful way to use ripe watermelon on a hot afternoon.

My Italian Pantry 

My Italian Pantry 

Discover the authentic Italian ingredients I always keep stocked, plus specialty finds and little luxuries that bring incredible flavor to everyday cooking.

Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus & Melon

Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus & Melon

Sweet, salty, and beautifully balanced, these elegant bundles make a memorable appetizer for everything from summer dinners to holiday entertaining.

Branzino al Forno (Italian Baked Sea Bass)

Branzino al Forno (Italian Baked Sea Bass)

Fresh, flavorful, and ready in just 30 minutes, this light Mediterranean-inspired dinner feels elegant enough for guests yet simple enough for a weeknight.

My Favorite Italian Kitchen Tools

My Favorite Italian Kitchen Tools

From pasta-making essentials to everyday cookware, these are the tools I truly use, love, and recommend to help make cooking Italian food easier and more enjoyable.

Rustic Italian Apple Cake

Rustic Italian Apple Cake

Lightly sweet and buttery, this cozy dessert layers fresh apples, bright lemon zest, and warm spices into a cake that’s perfect from breakfast through dessert.

Homemade Basil Pesto

Homemade Basil Pesto

Skip the jar and make Pesto from scratch in just 15 minutes. Fresh basil, Parmesan, pine nuts, garlic, and olive oil come together in one of Italy’s most iconic sauces.

5 Italian Sparkling & Dessert Wines with Food Pairings

5 Italian Sparkling & Dessert Wines with Food Pairings

From crisp Prosecco to sweet Moscato d’Asti, discover five Italian sparkling and dessert wines with serving tips and perfect food pairings.