I haven’t been around that much lately. People asking me why I gave up. Actually, I haven’t. Still loving my blog experience but there is something bigger brewing up, beside the never ending with-nanny-without-nanny of this unstable and frenetic city…. Read More ›
Totally Italian,
White caprese cake with Limoncello, the Capri’s cake
It’s been hectic so far. And I am still not sure if I am able to be a proper mum, as they consider this here in London. My life now is only a matter of good mornings, good afternoons and goodbyes…. Read More ›
Cantucci, dry cookies
Sometimes you just want lo sleep like a baby, with that world-trusting sweet stillness. But I hate pills of any kind and I find sleeping pills the worst on earth. The only way I can manage to go through the… Read More ›
Homemade Ravioli with inside-out Amatriciana
Amatriciana sauce is very Italian. The recipe is traditionally from Amatrice, a nice village not very far from Rome. Usually you have spaghetti or penne with amatriciana sauce. This is made out of tomatoes, cheek lard and pecorino cheese all together…. Read More ›
Light-weight Chocolate Cupcakes, Torta Margherita
3 years have gone already. Almost. And we are all focused on organising the birthday party for the twins. Planning, buying balloons, do I really need helium to make them fly?! Do you know there is a world shortage of… Read More ›
When in Rome, do as the Romans do
We spent 10 days in Rome for our Spring break, we just came back a couple of days ago and of course now I can’t help but keep thinking of my beautiful hometown. The weather was so good, the little… Read More ›
The Italian Tiramisu’
Yes. Alright. it’s a bit of a cliché but I found it the most useful kitchen utensil I have ever had. I gave it as a gift to my beloved husband, I think it was Christmas time, back a few years… Read More ›
Guest Blogger, Easter Cheese Pizza
Here we have Mrs Rita, a very good cook and friend of mine from Marche, central Italy. Because she is so good and she knows everything about central Italy cooking traditions, we thought it was a good idea to have her presenting… Read More ›
La Pastiera
The story goes like this: Maria Cristina of Savoy married Ferdinand II of the Two Sicilies. Maria Cristina was described as beautiful but also timid and shy girl: modest and reserved, she was never comfortable at the royal court. Her… Read More ›
Artichokes Millefoglie
Sometimes there is nothing special to say but you had a great dinner so there is a special recipe to add to your home digital corner. It was one of those evenings when you just planned to stay at home… Read More ›