What comes to mind when you think of Tuscany? Perhaps big, postcard-worthy cities such as Florence, Siena or Pisa. Or maybe rolling landscapes quilted by never-ending vineyards and olive trees. Or, if you’re like me, your stomach does all the thinking, replacing those city and countryside visuals with imaginary aromas and flavors of freshly made […]
When I arrive home in Italy, my mamma welcomes me with a hearty embrace and a kiss on my cheek. Not long after comes the true show of Italian mamma love: the food! Daily, for both lunch and dinner, she’ll make dishes such asravioli al ragú or coniglio all uvetta — the main ingredient always amore. […]
Which ingredients do you like in your bread? In Focaccia Pugliese, you get not only the dimpled airy bread, but also fresh cherry tomatoes and the lovely aroma of oregano. What is Focaccia? Focaccia is a type of Italian bread that uses the same dough as pizzas. But unlike pizza, it is topped only […]
Last week, we began our culinary love affair with Liguria by introducing three of the coming box’s products — and this week we’re continuing the get-to-know-you session. First, meet, pesto. Pesto Genovese to be exact. You two have probably rendezvoused before over a bowl of fettuccini, but did you know that the nut- and basil-based green sauce originates from […]
I don’t know about you all, but last week’s announcement about our Nonna Box-dedicated wine sommelier had me all kinds of excited — so excited, in fact, that I only briefly mentioned our monthly regional reveal. Now it’s time to give Liguria some love, don’t you think? The crescent-shaped region, which cuddles up against the northwestern […]
There’s one very important Italian product that I’ve long wanted to include in your Nonna Box: wine! But if you’ve received one of our product-packed boxes then you know there’s just no way to jam a bottle in there; trust me, I’ve tried. So, while I sipped on a glass of my home region’s Sangiovese […]
A wonderful fusion of two of Lombardy’s savory traditional dishes, Risotto alla milanese con ossobuchi is something your palate should definitely try. After all, nothing says Milanese soul food like this hearty plate of saffron-tinged risotto topped with ossobuchi, or cross-cut veal shanks. One of the key ingredients is, of course, a flavor-absorbing rice called carnaroli, which we […]
5 from 2 votes Print Authentic Italian Tiramisu Recipe Prep Time 30 mins Cook Time 5 hrs Total Time 5 hrs 30 mins Tiramisu is one of the most famous Italian desserts around the world. Learn the secrets of making tiramisu at home. Course: Dessert Cuisine: Italian Keyword: dolce, tiramisu Servings: 12 Calories: […]
Compared to other Italian regions, the concept of cucina povera is most obvious in Puglia. Its cuisine is as rustic as it can get. Indeed, the region is a big player in agriculture, with farmlands going back hundreds of years. So it’s no wonder local cuisine often use fresh ingredients from the land. A perfect […]
In Calabria, maccaruni d’a zita was always served at wedding luncheons. Today, this pasta is more popularly called penne Zita, which can be used for this Penne alla Calabrese recipe. The differences between regular penne and penne Zita is that the latter has a smoother surface and is slightly bigger in diameter. According to tradition, […]
Seafood dishes have always been a big part of Italian cuisine, especially in the coastal areas. And one delectable seafood dish that you simply shouldn’t miss are these seared crustaceans, a.k.a. Grilled Prawns. Easy Grilled Prawns Recipe The secret to this recipe are the garlic, pepper, and other Italian spices, as well as the marinade. […]
Craving for some dessert but tired of the same sweet treats? Then, how about some fluffy pancakes with loads of extra scrumptious stuff? It’s called Mee Jian Kuih. Traditional Fluffy Pancakes Also known simply as fluffy peanut pancakes or “Granny” pancakes, this traditional Asian dessert is quite popular in several countries. What makes it […]
Ever heard this quote? “Chocolate is the answer. Who cares what the question is.” Well, that is exactly what you’d think about this Buttermilk-Chocolate Chip Crumb cake. Only the cake is buttermilk-flavored, the chocolate are in the form of delicious chips, and the topping is a delectably rich streusel. What is Streusel? The term […]
Among the most diverse species of produce available in the market today are edible mushrooms. In Asia, much like in Italy, there are many traditional dishes that contain locally grown or harvested mushrooms. Some examples of these are shiitake, champignons, straw mushroom, and bamboo pith. What is a Bamboo Pith? Contrary to its name, this […]
