This year the basilico ( basil ) is absolutely thriving in my 'Orto'. The leaves are enormous and it looks so healthy.The quantities are much more than I can use fresh so I decided to use ... continue reading...
Mailänderli are a traditional Christmas biscuit in Switzerland. The story goes that 600 years ago a Swiss delegation travelled to Milano to talk to the Duke. As a gift, they brought him ... continue reading...
I love this Sicilian savoury, rustic ricotta pie. I first came across the recipe when I was in Modica, Sicily, when doing research for my book ' Spring in Sicily'. It is a beautiful simple ... continue reading...
These little tarts are too delicious for words with their combination of sharp lemon and rich creamy flavours. You just have to try them! You can find my recipe for lemon butter in a ... continue reading...
Clementine and I decided to make some Madeleines. ( or rather she convinced me there was a big necessity to bake!) Madeleines are super light, spongy biscuits, it feels like you are biting ... continue reading...
NUDI Nudi in Italian means 'naked'. They are really ricotta and spinach ravioli without the pasta casing. So they are 'nudi'. The first time I tried them was in Sardegna at a restaurant ... continue reading...
POACHED QUINCES The season for quinces is in full swing. I love their smell and taste. They remind me of beautiful old master paintings; there is something old- fashioned about ... continue reading...
SUPER QUICK AND EASY CHOCOLATE CAKE We are having magical weather, long sunny, totally clear days and cold nights. Perfect afternoons for a tea party in the garden. Clementine wanted me ... continue reading...
I have made a few short videos, some with recipes from my book 'Pardiz', others are old favourites. Some of you might have already received a test post by mistake. Sorry about that. Here is ... continue reading...
I find pulses ( beans, lentils, chickpeas ) great emergency food to have in the pantry. They do not spoil, are super -healthy, nutritious and very versatile. As a practical matter, in ... continue reading...
