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MENU Brazadela (Ciambella) Torta Sbrisolona Tenerena al Chocolate Torta Pasticciotto Leccese Bergamot Olive Oil Cake In this feature, I give a sampling of Italian dessert recipes from north to south.…

Grist for the Mill While writing this Grist in early August, the first signs of the approaching fall season have begun to appear. That first cool night, which makes some…

FALL TREATS MENU: Savory Mushroom & Pecan Paté Hearty Italian Lentil Stew with Chestnuts & Arugula Tagliatelle Pasta with Porcini Mushrooms Pappardelle Pasta with Fresh Figs, Chile, Lemon & Cream…

Here is an easy recipe for a delicious summer ice cream whipped together in a few steps and put in the freezer overnight. Homemade ice cream will be harder than…

MENU: Risotto with Fresh Peas Lemon and Crispy Prosciutto Shaved Fennel Salad with Herb Vinaigrette Whelk and Quinoa Cakes with a Spicy Sauce Roasted Rhubarb and Strawberry Ice Cream As…

Prosciutto Ragu While in Italy, after my Italian class I usually picked up something for lunch at a shop that sells freshly made pasta, assorted meats, cheeses, and prepared daily…

I first learned the art of making fresh pasta by hand (fatto a mano) as a young child. My parents and I lived with my Italian grandparents, Luigi and Inez,…

I was living in Chicago, and it was Christmas time, not one of my favorite holidays. Every year at this time, I would fly back to Cape Cod to visit…

On trips to Italy, I buy fresh produce in the local markets and eat in restaurants. I am reminded of the emphasis on freshness and seasonal ingredients so important to…