Tag Archives: Italian Cooking
Cucina Italiana Part 3: Penne All’Arrabbiata
Spent a lovely Saturday afternoon rummaging through the cookbook section of a rather large bookfair. The stack of cookbooks were endless, I did not know where to begin. The musty smell of paper and books filled the air while I … Continue reading
Cucina Italiana Part 2: Spinach and Fenugreek Ravioli with a Four Cheese Sauce
As I lay awake one sleepless night, I pondered over what cooking obstacle I had not overcome yet, believe me I came up with quite a long list. As the sun began to spread its warmth, I decided it was … Continue reading
Italian Antipasto: Tomato and Basil Bruschetta with Walnut Pesto
“The whole thing is delicious, deeply physical and delightfully undignified” – Nick Harkaway Delightfully undignified because one bite of an authentic bruschetta should have fresh olive oil drizzling down your chin and chopped tomatoes falling off the bread. A messy … Continue reading
Italian Culinary Heritage: Penne Bolognese with Garlic Bread
For the last few weeks my husband and I have been watching reruns of “The Sopranos” before bed. Aside from focusing on the lives of Italian mobsters in New Jersey, it also highlights the traditional way of life. In short; … Continue reading
