Podcast Episode 3: La Befana
In this episode, I talk about the Italian festival of la Befana which falls on January 6 each year explaining its origins and current form.
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In this episode, I talk about the Italian festival of la Befana which falls on January 6 each year explaining its origins and current form.
Podcast Episode 3: La Befana Read More »
Crostata ricotta e visciole is a classic cake from the Jewish ghetto in Rome. It’s like the best cheesecake you’ve ever had and remarkably easy to make. Here’s the recipe.
Crostata ricotta e visciole (recipe) Read More »
Starting tomorrow, I am going to be publishing a series of traditional Italian recipes suitable for vegetarians or, as you might call it, vegitalian food.
Welcome to vegitalian food! Read More »
On the sixth day, when He had finished His work, delighted to have created such beauty, God took the Earth in both hands and kissed it. The place where He placed His lips, is Sicily. (Renzo Barbera)
The Complete Food Lover’s Guide to Catania Read More »
For Italians, eating pasta with chicken is like putting pineapple on pizza. You don’t. But why? I decided to explore the issue
Why can’t you eat chicken with pasta? Read More »
A walk along a sunny beach, a visit to the fairy-tale castle of Santa Severa, and a wonderful fish lunch. What could be better in November?
Winter sun, a castle, and a restaurant review Read More »