Give your traditional potato gnocchi a tasty kick with black truffle and Fontina fondue. Fontina is a fairly pungent and intense cheese from the Aosta Valley. Its earthy, nutty and mushroom-like taste pairs exceptionally well with truffles. Young Fontina has a softer texture, which is ideal for fondue. Whisk it with milk, butter and Parmigiano to…
Author: gabrielsalvatore
Passion is often what brings people to work in the wine business. I would add that curiosity is also a strong incentive that drags people like me to get interested by such an interesting subject.
My love for geography, geology, the environment, history, arts, architecture, economy and culture in general are all elements that naturally led me towards becoming so fond about wine.
My Italian origin and my many trips to the Belpaese have also greatly contributed to nurture my passion for wine.
This blog focuses on Italian wine and the culture that surrounds it.
Spaghetti alle vongole
Spaghetti with clams is a timeless recipe suitable for all seasons. This easy and tasty dish can be prepared in about thirty minutes. The secret to the success is choosing quality ingredients and properly sorting and cleaning the clams. Ingredients Preparation Start sorting and ensuring clams aren’t sandy by tossing them in a large bowl…
Nonna’s Cabbage and Tomato Recipe / Verza al pomodoro di mia nonna
Cabbage is one of those underrated vegetables. Though most people don’t know how to prepare it, it can be a delight when cooked properly. This delicious, easy vegetarian dish inspired from my nonna’s recipe really hits the spot. It reveals Savoy cabbage’s scrumptious crunchiness, while combining its rich umami flavour with a briny tomato sughetto…
Creamy Pumpkin Gnocchi
Soft and delicate, pumpkin gnocchi are a popular first course. They can be prepared with few ingredients, including a simple butter and sage sauce, or even a creamier sauce based on pumpkin purée
Steamed Mussels With Tomato
Whether we’re talking about a dinner party or a quick weeknight meal, it doesn’t get much better than a big bowl of steamed mussels. Mussels have a lot of things going for them—they are quick to cook and they are delicious. Often made in bianco, they also pair perfectly with tomatoes.
The Big Easy Muffuletta Sandwich
Looking to make a truly epic sandwich? Invented in New Orleans by Sicilian immigrants at the turn of the last century, muffuletta is often referred to as the king of all Italian-style sandwiches.
Vegetarian Zucchini Omelette
Sliced, rounded or grated, zucchini can be quite versatile in the kitchen. You can even play with textures depending on the type of cooking you do. This easy vegetarian zucchini omelet is the perfect example.
Stir-Fried Zucchini and Potatoes with Tomato Sauce
Stir-fried zucchini and potatoes, commonly called zucchine e patate in Italian, is a popular, inexpensive Italian recipe that never seems to miss its target. This simple, hearty yet flavourful dish is the ultimate vegan-friendly meal. While perfect as a main, it can be used as a side with pork chops or sausages.
Filo Dough Pizza with Ham, Cheese & Potatoes
Filo sheets can prove very useful when one doesn’t have time to raise his own pizza dough. Quick and easy, this filo dough pizza recipe is inspired from the classic “pizza con patate”.
Porcini Mushroom Risotto
Risotto is one of those dishes which should be quick, simple and delicious, but is actually so easy to get all wrong. The key to get it right is all about stirring the rice regularly to ensure an even cooking.
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