Sicily’s Salt Farm
The salt farms, or Saline, of the town of Trapani are picturesque. These ponds have been in production since 1488, long before Italia was a country and Columbus sailed the ocean blue. Beautiful pools […]
Tag Archives: food
Dark & Decadent Chocolate Bundt Cake
Every so often, you will come across a poor soul who claims he does not like chocolate. That’s when you turn to him, make a facial expression as if seeing […]
Homemade Swiss Muesli
People tend to be drawn to Switzerland by the towering snow-capped Alps, the stunning blue lakes, or, if you are on the wealthy side, their banks. However, their cuisine is […]
White Chocolate and Cherry Truffles
These white pockets of heavenly glory are filled with my Nonna’s homemade Italian cherry marmalade, which is a jam full of love. Those who cook with true passion always seem to bring […]
Salmon and Dill Pasta
I now present to you.. the greatest use of leftover salmon from the night before! Wow, how intense. This pasta is my version of a classic Italian dish, commonly used […]
Apple-Cinnamon Belgian Waffles
Are these the best waffles I’ve EVER had? Yes, and that’s not just because I created the recipe myself. Everyone in my family (well, that’s only three people) has given […]
Thai Banana Flower Salad with Shrimp and Chicken
Do you ever find yourself roaming in an ethnic grocery store, surrounded by unfamiliar foreigners, and have the urge to try something they do? To cook something they cook? Well, […]