6 minute gooey egg

6 minute gooey egg (makes 1 | 10 minutes | easy) Timing eggs just right so they become soft-boiled, wonderfully gooey on the inside yet not undercooked is not an easy mission. Alas, I am here to save you from too many “almost perfect” eggs. You’re...

Weekend Escape: Modena

Weekend Escape: Modena Whether you’re stopping in Modena for a quick gastronomic break or planning on spending a couple of days in the melting pot of gastronomy, opera and sports cars, I hope this guide can be of use to you!  Day 1 We arrived in Modena with a few...

Spinach pesto

Pesto di spinaci e nocciole (serves 4 | 20 minutes | easy) Bright green pesto pastas are synonymous with summer — but they don’t have to be! Spinach is a wonderful seasonal substitute to basil, and when mixed with a little garlic and a handful of hazelnuts creates a...

Squash risotto with hazelnuts & salsiccia di Verduno

Squash risotto with hazelnuts & salsiccia di Verduno (serves 2 | 30 minutes | medium) Squash season is in full swing and besides being a delicious ingredient (if chosen correctly) it is also extremely versatile. Squash can be transformed into soup, cakes,...

Pane Carasau Quiche

Pane Carasau Quiche (serves 2 | 30 minutes | easy) Pane Carasau is one of the most unique types of bread in Italy, also known as “music paper” due to its peculiar thickness. It is traditionally made on the island of Sardinia and used for all sorts of recipes, from...