The Italian Cappuccino: history, origin, and how to make it at home The cappuccino is one of Italy's most iconic coffee beverages, beloved worldwide for its perfect balance of espresso, steamed milk, and creamy foam. Its roots trace back to the early 20th century, although its...
Zucchini Involtini with fresh Ricotta Ingredients : 2 zucchini fresh ricotta 200 g. Finely grated zest of 1 lemon 4 tablespoons grated Parmesan salt and pepper. walnuts 50 gr Tomatoes sauce Garlic chili pepper 1 egg Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg Preparation: To make involtini, cut zucchini lengthways...
Umbrian Carnival dessert The most typical dessert of the Carnival in Italy is the Frappe! I know that in many parts of Italy The frappe are called Chiacchiere, and certainly there are many others names, but the original recipe is one: the following. For people who prefer a...
Castagnaccio It is a delicious cake that I usually make in the fall. The Castagnaccio is a typical dessert autumnal based on chestnut flour, pine nuts, raisins and rosemary. Although this is a simple dish of country tradition being the chestnut spread in the countryside, inexpensive and...
Yesterday in my vegetable shop I found a strange red eggplant. I read “ melanzane rosse di Rotonda ( Basilicata, Potenza). Even if I go on holiday in Basilicata from a long time (in Acquafredda di Maratea, a magic place in the Tirrenian sea) I never...