In Emilia-Romagna, there is a savory pie that is crisp on the outside, soft and colorful within. But it is not just one of those foods that taste like home or a street-food favorite: in Reggio Emilia, people even eat it for breakfast. With a cappuccino. Y... See more
Fall is in the air, and this is truly my favorite time of year. I love being in the kitchen creating delicious meals, and this one is a keeper. A silky, savory autumn sauce made with roasted butternut squash, fresh rosemary, white wine and Parmigiano-Regg... See more
The cooler months bring more comforting foods and a crisp fall breeze. People swap iced coffee for hot and choose soups instead of salads. Salads are terrific because they are loaded with vegetables that provide vitamins and minerals. However, most people... See more
We're continuing our Pasta Wednesday series this week with our second-to-last episode, featuring one of my top five favorite Italian American pasta dishes: spaghetti with shrimp fra diavolo. What I love about this recipe is how much flavor comes from rela... See more
A taco is probably not the first thing you expect to find in Ponte di Legno. This one arrives at the table looking unmistakably like a taco: a crisp corn shell filled with tender manzo all'olio, Cuban-style onion and a spicy sauce. It is crunchy, soft, ri... See more