Asparagus puff pastries for a light meal
These asparagus puff pastries are made using readymade puff pastries for convenience. You can also use readymade crescent rolls and...
Light meals
Bruschetta and how to make them successfully
We know from experience, that you love our artichoke pâté bruschetta! This is because we often sample goodies at the...
Bacon and butter bean soup
As we work diligently towards creating our own kitchen, we are already developing some new products. Bacon and butter bean...
Baked Brie with blueberry chutney
Baked Brie with blueberry chutney: The combination of sweet and salt with our baked Brie with blueberry chutney, is a combination...
Cream of spinach soup
Cream of spinach soup: We have been cooking professionally for many years and there are certain recipes that follow you...
Mini mozzarella and tomato croissants
How to make easy mini mozzarella and tomato croissants: We are passionate about our cooking and enjoy a challenge as much...
Creamy fava bean soup
Fava bean soup is very popular in Italy. When fava beans are in season, you will find them adorning the...
Genovese fish soup – Ciuppin – a rare but delicious dish
Ciuppin (shoo-pin) is a fish broth typical of Liguria, much appreciated and widespread in the Genoa area. The ciuppin has...
Italian Caprese salad – insalata Caprese
During the months of June and July when our basil is springing forth, I like nothing more that to throw...
Gluten Free Eggplant Parmesan
Our gluten free eggplant Parmesan is very popular at the farmer's market and we are very appreciative of that. The...
Baked breaded zucchini
Crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside, baked breaded zucchini are a delicious summer side dish. They are...
Goats cheese and bacon stuffed artichokes
Once you have tried goat cheese and bacon stuffed artichokes, you'll be sure to be making them time and time...
Polenta and goats cheese pie
Polenta and goats cheese pie - an absolutely wonderful dish for any time of the day and for all occasions....
How to prepare octopus the Italian way
How Italians prepare octopus: While on the island of Ponza, some years ago, I was fortunate enough to watch Maurizio,...
Smoked salmon with farfalle pasta in vodka sauce
Smoked salmon with farfalle pasta in vodka sauce: Farfalle pasta bows are best enjoyed with a very thick sauce or...
Mussels alla Napolitana
Mussels alla Napolitana is a dish normally served during the season. However, you can find some very good quality freshly...
Pasta with mushrooms and peas in cream
Have you ever thought of cooking pasta with mushrooms, peas and cream ? If the answer is no, today we will explain how...
Baked potatoes plus a few serving ideas
Although baked potatoes are often served as a side with a knob of butter or sour cream, baked potatoes are...
Piri piri chicken thighs
How to make piri piri chicken: Piri piri is a popular Portuguese sauce made with African bird's eye chilies. It...
Mushroom, broccoli and red pepper bruschetta
We make no secret of our love for bruschetta. This mushroom, broccoli and red pepper bruschetta, may be some distance...
Fresh fennel and orange salad with olives
Fresh fennel and orange is a popular Sicilian salad. It is made with blood oranges when they are in season,...
Baked cod with olives and tomatoes
Our baked cod with olives and tomatoes, is an easy dish to put together and the whole thing takes about...
Easy boiled shrimp
easy boiled shrimp: We love shrimp in our house and so it's always handy to have some ready cooked, chilled...
Baked zucchini with rice
If you have some leftover rice, this baked zucchini with rice is the perfect dish to use that up and...
Twice baked potatoes with cauliflower
A cheesy, luxurious twice-baked potato with steamed cauliflower. The perfect vegetarian side dish. Twice baked potatoes with cauliflower - serves...
Cashew and ricotta cheese spread
Cashew and ricotta cheese spread is a very simple recipe with very simple ingredients. It comes together easily in a...
Savory baked ricotta with cherry tomatoes
Savory baked ricotta is an Italian favorite for outdoor eating and you can serve it hot or chilled. You may...
The best hummus ever!
How to make hummus: I had not made hummus for many years and I had forgotten how much better it...
Caprese stuffed portobello mushrooms
Caprese stuffed portobello mushrooms are a wonderful antipasto or side and pretty garnish or even a stand alone vegetable dish....
Cheese and ham eggplant rollatini
Cheese and ham eggplant rollatini: It won't be long now until those eggplant start overwhelming us, so we thought it...
