Everybody Loves Tuscany

Tourist Traps in Italy  Flickr: Daniel Pietzsch Tourist traps are all over Italy and we have all been a victim of it at some point while dining in Italy.  Price deals, panoramic views and charming waiters looking to lure tourists into a restaurant all play into the mistake that can be easily avoided so you […]

TORTA DI CASTAGNE E CIOCCOLATO 100 g of butter 250 g of semolina sugar 150 g of flour 150 g of chestnut flour 4 eggs 100 g of dark chocolate 16 g of sweet yeast grated orange peel Soften butter and mix with electric beaters together with sugar.  Add the eggs one at a time […]

How to make tomato passata Making tomato passata is usually a family all day event for most families.  Large quantities are always made so there is enough to last through the winter. Have a look at this family in action making tomato passata.  If you’ve made it with your family it will bring back memories. […]

Gnudi Gnudi are spinach and ricotta dumplings. They consist of spinach, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, ricotta, egg and flour.  Gnudi is like the inside of a ravioli but without the pasta.  They are normally served with a butter or tomato sauce. Have a look at the preparation of this simple and delicious dish. Video from youtube  

Crostata alla crema di limone INGREDIENTS ● FOR THE CRUST 150 g of flour 0 70 g of Butter 1 Egg 75 g of semolina sugar 1 lemon peel grated 1 pinch of salt ● FOR LEMON CREAM 200 ml fresh cream 2 lemons bio 4 eggs 120 g of sugar 30 g corn starch […]

  Profiteroles crema e cioccolato INGREDIENTS FOR THE DOUGH 150 g of flour 50 g of Butter 3 eggs 1 teaspoon of Sugar 250 ml of Water salt FOR THE FILLING 60 g of Flour 2 tablespoons of bitter cocoa 1 Egg 2 yolks 150 g of sugar 500 ml of Milk 1 Lemon peel […]

Everybody Speaks Italian Everybody Speaks Italian or so they think.  Here is a bunch of hilarious scenes from the popular tv show Friends wherein they attempt to speak Italian. Enjoy! Video from youtube Italy is a dream that keeps returning for the rest of your life- Anna Akhmatova

Penne Arrabbiata Penne Arrabbiata or Angry Penne is a quick and easy dish to make.  The ingredients are few and most people have them on hand in their pantry.  Whether you’re craving this dish and plan to make it or you’re not sure what to make, it’s always a popular choice. Ingredients • 14 ounces […]

Biscotti ripieni di Nutella 150 g of flour 75 g of sugar grated garlic of 1/2 lemon a pinch of salt 2 yolks (cold fridges) 90 g of butter Nutella Powdered sugar   Combine flour, sugar and the two yolks.  Add the grated zest of 1/2 lemon and a pinch of salt. Work it all […]

Passeggiata in Siena Passeggiata is a leisurely walk that most Italian take part in each night.  Locals are out for an evening ritual stroll to socialize and catch up with friends.  The passeggiata takes place in the main roads during the early evening hours where people take in the beautiful scenery in the towns. Have […]