Brodo – Vegetable stock
It’s time to take stock! New Years resolutions, time to get fit, eat healthily or jump on dry January? Which one are you, if any? January is the month where we try to take hold of ourselves or certain situations, that we can possibly improve. The month feels so [...]
Stromboli – Filled volcanic bread
Stromboli – Filled volcanic bread Stromboli is an Italian Island in the Tyrrhenian Sea, just off the northern coast of bella Sicilia, and on this island, you will find ‘Mount Stromboli’, one of the famous four active volcanoes that can be found in Italy. Stromboli was also a [...]
Polenta & raisin-soaked grappa biscuits
As autumn approaches, my kitchen habits and recipes tend to change and adapt. A change in season brings out my slow cooker, one pot dishes, slow-cooked dishes, baked dishes, and many carbs. Crumbles, custard, and anything that resembles a taste of comfort. So, today’s recipe is a grain, a gluten-free [...]
Pumpkin pasta
Pumpkin pasta We have entered autumn and Halloween paired with half-term is imminent. We will soon be left with the remnants of beautifully carved pumpkins scattering the autumn-coloured gardens around our neighborhoods. This autumnal delight does raise a somewhat childlike smile to my face. Small, medium and monster [...]
Stuffed figs
Seasonal offerings. Fig with gorgonzola, speck, walnuts & honey Seasonality brings with it the welcome change of produce, be it sweet or savoury. I am currently overrun with wonky courgettes, ruby tomatoes, and a failed attempt at growing beetroot once again. However, I will never moan or grumble about [...]
Baked Summer peaches
Baked peaches We are now within the embrace of what seems to be a turbulent Summer, in terms of weather. With the start of august, I will now be living on juicy peaches until my figs are ready to be picked. Peaches are the ‘furry ones’, I’d always refer to [...]
Fare la scarpetta
Fare la scarpetta The aroma of freshly made coffee, beautifully baked bread or a summer basil plant, a comforting and inviting aroma that holds our attention in a similar way to a freshly cut lawn or a romantically lit living room wood fire. The smells and aromas of [...]
Chickpea protein and the uses
Aquafaba – Cooking with chickpea protein Aquafaba; What is that I hear you ask? Aquafaba is the liquid that can be found preserving chickpeas. The water is full of chickpea protein and is wonderful, versatile and incredibly useful. However, when did chickpea water become popular as ‘a thing’? I don’t [...]
Tiramisu …. two ways!
Tiramisu two ways. Growing up, tiramisu was always made by my mum Solidea and aunties when all our families would come together to celebrate family birthdays and festive celebrations… On reflection a very special pudding indeed, at the time however it was just tiramisu. On a standard week and [...]
Northampton Museum and Art Gallery – Supper Club
Northampton Museum and Art Gallery – Taste of Italy I have run supper clubs, and pop-up restaurants for just over eight years now. I remember my first event like it was yesterday. It was held from a local community centre, just a short walk from my family home. All [...]
An abundance of basil
An abundance of basil The gardening season is upon us, and I anticipate many triumphs and failures along the way. I seem to always do well and have an abundance of courgettes paired with their stunning and very delicious flowers, cucumbers and tomatoes, my herb garden blooms and pretty [...]
Cheesecake fit for a King.
Cheesecake fit for a King! With the Kings coronation now over, I can still spy a few celebratory flags left blowing in the late spring breeze. So, there were many street parties paired with, wonderful food, music, smiles, and an overall jubilation for our new King Charles. Like many [...]