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Valentine’s Day, the day of love, is around the corner, and what better way to celebrate it than by preparing a delicious Italian meal for your loved ones? In this blog post, we’ll explore the concept of “Valentine” – a fusion of Valentine’s and Italian cuisine. Whether you’re cooking for […]
Recipe for pumpkin jam, a favorite of the fall, great for seasonal crostate or cheese.
Perfect for a special snack or as a treat for the youngest in your home, pumpkin fritters can be served also at dinner time as a starter, or along with a nice aperitivo. Only thing, try to eat them warm: as all fritters, they are much better!
Recipe for croccante, a Venetian cake made with almonds and sugar.
Recipe for struffoli napoletani, a neapolitan traditional Christmas sweet.
Recipe for a ricotta cheese crostata.
What might be considered nursery food is transformed into a dessert for sophisticates by adding mascarpone to it. The pudding is best if it has not been refrigerated and can be served while still slightly warm. It is a delicious foil for poached or candied fruit, or fresh seasonal berries. […]
A cafe overlooking the Grand Canal or St. Mark’s Square on a warm summer afternoon begs for a cool confection. An icy watermelon granita, followed by an inky cup of espresso, and you know it’ Venice in summer. “To me it is the best refreshment,” Francesco insists. Watermelon is so […]
This classic crisp cookie studded with toasted hazelnuts departs from tradition with its chocolatey richness. The haunting fragrance of anise is very Venetian, as is the crisp, dry texture, which makes the biscotti perfect for dipping into a glass of grappa or sweet wine after dinner. “It is a cookie […]
A sweet fantasy, these indescribably rich morsels. And with a glass of grappa they end a meal in luxurious Venetian style. As frugally as Venetians might eat, they do not stint on special occasions. These truffles are worthy of such an occasion. The very best bittersweet chocolate is necessary for […]