Category: Italian Recipes

Strawberry Daiquiri

Tidbits... Just close your eyes, take a deep breath and imagine you are on a tropical Cuban beach.  The salty air and intense sun makes...

Piña Colada

Tidbits...Let's get in the summertime spirit with this luscious cocktail.  It is the national cocktail of Puerto Rico and even has its own holiday celebrated...

Totani Fritti (fried squid)

Tidbits...This recipe of totani is typical of Genoa. Totani are a type of squid not to be confused with Calamari. They are noted for their...

Barley Ratatouille Salad

Tidbits... This is a fresh, colorful summertime salad.  (and healthy too).  Zucchini and bell peppers can also join in the "fun".   Great for picnics...

Nespole (Loquat) Jam

Tidbits...It was love at first bite!  Italy has been full of constant discoveries for me.  One discovery were these luscious loquats.  Surely loquats are grown...

Pasta Cacio e Pepe (Variation Foglie d’ulivo)

  Tidbits...Cacio e Pepe is a traditional Roman recipe made with spaghetti or penne.  I found this delightful olive leaf pasta in Puglia where the secular...