This Limoncello Cream is the perfect homemade Italian liqueur. Creamy and lemony made with just a few ingredients including vodka, fresh lemons, cream and milk it’s perfect anytime. This of course another thing that I learned to love from being in Italy. This creamy liqueur goes down easy, maybe tooRead More →
Flavorful with a thin and crispy texture, this Thin Crispy Focaccia is a no yeast authentic Italian bread ready in only 30 minutes. Crunchy and topped with fragrant olive oil, aromatic herbs or savory cheese it’s the perfect standalone snack or accompaniment to soups, stews or cheese boards. While IRead More →
Zuccotto is a traditional Tuscan dessert that originated in Florence and is shaped like a dome. The original name of this famous dessert was actually “Catherine’s Helmet” because it was first made for Catherine de’ Medici by Bernardo Buontalenti in the 16th century for a banquet feast and guests thoughtRead More →
I don’t make Donuts often, but these Homemade Cinnamon Cake Donuts are my new favourite! A soft dough with a touch of one of my favourite Fall flavors, cinnamon, and then rolled while still warm in a cinnamon sugar combination. The perfect anytime Donut. With the coming of Autumn, IRead More →
This creamy lemon mascarpone dessert combines the creamy richness of mascarpone cheese with the zesty bright flavors of lemon! Made into a sweet velvety mousse and then layered parfait style with Limoncello soaked ladyfingers, it’s perfect for spring, summer or anytime you feel like something lemony! Creamy lemon mascarpone dessertRead More →
Homemade Applesauce Cake is more than just a simple Apple Cake. So moist, it’s made with homemade applesauce, a touch of cinnamon and a delicious brown sugar and cinnamon crumb topping. The perfect breakfast, snack or dessert Cake. From all those years ago when I first set foot in ItalyRead More →
This tasty Stuffed Zucchini Dish, made with Italian Sausage & Cheese is the perfect way to use up your overload of zucchini. These easy to make Stuffed Zucchini Boats will become a family favourite. It’s zucchini time! Which means they are coming up everywhere and since I love to tryRead More →
Fresh and flavorful Tomatoes and Mushroom Fusilli uses simple ingredients for a comforting pasta dish! Sweet, ripe tomatoes pair perfectly with the earthy mushrooms and fresh herbs for a vegetarian weeknight dinner that is ready in only 30 minutes. As much as I love pasta recipes, I love them even moreRead More →
Light and refreshing, this Mediterranean Rice Bowl is easy to make plus the perfect side dish to any summer dinner or BBQ with friends! Made with rice, tuna, artichokes, olives, sweet corn and fresh herbs then served chilled, it’s both flavorful and a crowd-pleaser! Cold, refreshing and the perfect sideRead More →
Italian sponge cake, pan di spagna, is a simple cake recipe that can be used as a neutral base to create all kinds of fantastic layer cakes filled with delicious fillings such as chocolate or vanilla pastry cream, mascarpone cream, Nutella, or even soaked in a bit of rum toRead More →