Fast Food pasta?
Some thoughts on the recent arrival of fast food pasta restaurants in Italy. I was prompted to try one out. Find out what I thought.
Culture
Why can’t you eat chicken with pasta?
For Italians, eating pasta with chicken is like putting pineapple on pizza. You don’t. But why? I decided to explore the issue
How to make a perfect moka coffee
Fiendishly difficult to use or easy? The moka coffee pot is an icon of the Italian kitchen and easy to use: find out how.
10 of the best Italian pastries
Italy is literally stuffed with pastries, from biscotti to zeppole. Here I present ten of my favourites representing Italy north to south. Some are well known, others less so, but all are delicious. Enjoy!
Secret symbols of the Rialto
Venetian buildings are covered in symbols that would make it the perfect setting for a Dan Brown book. Until he writes one, let me guide you through them.
Roman Jewish Cuisine
Roman Jewish Cuisine developed in the Roman ghetto, established in 1555. Find out more about this fascinating culinary sub-culture which can still be experienced today.