“BenGusto” Cooks at Restaurant in Tuscany
I spent two weeks this summer working in the kitchen at the Agrihotel Elisabetta in Cecina, Italy in the region of Tuscany. It is run by the famous Brunetti family, and […]
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Dark Mocha Avocado Brownies
Puzzled by the title? “Dark Mocha Avocado Brownies”? Seriously, what kind of dessert is this? The avocado may be something that would sound intriguing, but then again…. avocado in a dessert? […]
Spotlight on Radicchio
It’s radicchio season in Italy! Well, and also asparagus season, artichoke season, lemon season, and banana season. But let’s focus on the radicchio, because it may not seem so familiar. Radicchio is a bitter […]
Buckwheat Banana Bread
This recipe is a very simple, healthy banana bread recipe that only requires one bowl. I’d call buckwheat flour to be an “emerging ingredient”. The hearty grain seems to be […]
Homemade Pasta- The Italian Art
Pasta fatti in casa were the words so often used by the local Trattorie beside every dish of pasta on the menu (traditional Italian comfort restaurants) . The words “pasta fatti in casa” mean […]
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 […]