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Prosecco Punch Prosecco Punch is the perfect summer drink whether you are hosting a party or relaxing in your backyard.  Here are 2 refreshing versions guaranteed to please! Pineapple Peach Prosecco Punch Ingredients  3 c. pineapple juice 3 c. Seltzer water 1 bottle prosecco 1 c. Vanilla Vodka 2 c. sliced pineapple 2 peaches, thinly […]

Limoncello Spritz If you like limoncello, you will love this limoncello spritz!  While limoncello is normally an after dinner drink, this spritz is light, refreshing and a perfect summer cocktail.  Just add vodka and soda water to your favorite limoncello.  If  you want to make your own limoncello, a great recipe I use all the […]

A glass of wine a day………  Good news for wine lovers!  If you like wine, here are some more reasons to lift your glass and toast! As this video explains, a nightly glass of wine definitely supports a healthy lifestyle.  Drinking wine in moderation has an abundance of positive effects on the mind and body. […]

How to tell if wine is bad Obviously the easiest way to tell if wine has gone bad is to taste it.  You will immediately know. This taste test is offered in restaurants but what if you are in a wine shop and you can’t taste the wine? This video shows some quick tips on […]

Eggplant Caponata   Eggplant Caponata originating from Sicily is a mix of sweet and sour flavors that burst in your mouth.  It’s a colorful dish and definitely one to make at least a day ahead because the flavor improves with time.  Grab some crusty bread and enjoy! Ingredients: • 1 cup celery, diced • 1 […]

Torta cookies con Ricotta e Nutella INGREDIENTS 20-22 cm cake: 300 g of flour, 150 g of sugar, 100 g of butter, 1 egg, 8 g of yeast, a pinch of salt, vanilla, 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar, 250 g of ricotta, 120 g of Nutella, 50 g of chocolate chips PREPARATION: Place the egg, […]

Cauliflower Risotto Cauliflower “risotto” with Peas, and Pancetta Serves 3-4 Ingredients: •8 oz. Pancetta, small dice •2 heads cauliflower, broken into small florets •4 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil •4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced •2 ½ cups vegetable stock •¼ cup Grana Padano Cheese, grated •2 tbsp. Butter •½ cup green peas •2 tbsp. chopped Chives […]

Pizzette Pizzette are served all over Italy and are offered with many different toppings.  They are commonly eaten as a snack or during aperitivo in Italy. Here’s a video recipe so you can make them at home too! INGREDIENTS 500 g of flour 10 g of brewer’s yeast 250 ml of milk 5 g of […]

Croccante Croccante or brittle is a popular sweet served all year round and is commonly found at street fairs in Italy.  It is quick and easy to make with only a few ingredients.  Nuts such as almonds, peanuts or pistachios are commonly used along with sugar and lemon. Here’s an easy recipe to follow in […]

Torta morbida cioccolato e stracciatella senza forno! 250 g of dry chocolate biscuits 100 g of melted butter 400 g of ricotta 250 g of mascarpone 150 g of powdered sugar 100 g of flaked chocolate 150 g of melted chocolate – Place the biscuits in a resealable bag and crumble them using a rolling […]