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  Looking for the perfect gift for the discerning home cook? Check out these of 5 high-end Holiday Gift Ideas for the Home Chef.   *This blog post was made …

Growing up one of  my most favorite treats was fried dough with powdered sugar – known by most as Zeppole.   Another name my family used for them was “pettole”.  It’s what …

Uovo in Purgotorio is the official translation of today’s recipe: Eggs in Purgatory.   This Italian dish is made by poaching eggs in tomato Sauce. Why they’re considered to be …

Some posts contain Affiliate Links that might pay me a commision when you click on them  If you’ve taken a trip to your local Farmer’s Market this spring you may …

This recipe is for a Bucatini with Pomodoro Sauce is made using a combination of fresh and canned tomatoes, garlic, fresh basil and just a hint of cream.       …

If your mother cooks Italian food, why should you go to a restaurant? – Martin Scorcese This quote by Martin Scorcese could not be more true.  Growing up we rarely …

Happy Weekend friends! I’ve got a classic Italian-American dish that may (or may not) surprise you: Potatoes, peppers and eggs – oh my! 🇮🇹  Although this dish is usually a Friday …

Try this Sesame Zucchini Stir-Fry for those nights when you don’t want take-out but need a quick, weeknight meal. Lately, I have been feeling like my life is in perpetual …