It’s the most wonderful time of the year… to travel in Italy! From snow-capped Italian Alps down to Mount Vesuvio, you won’t want to miss these incredibly magical Mercatini di Natale (Christmas Markets) found in our beloved Italia. If you’re looking for a unique holiday getaway, look no further than […]
Author: Maria Paulina
The Best Authentic Italian Heirloom Focaccia From Puglia, Italy
The smell of focaccia will entice your entire family. The crunchy, yet delicate dough with the fresh tomatoes on top and tiny bit of oregano will elevate your table to unforgettable. Focaccia has many secrets and many recipes. From one family to another. We all think our families secrets are […]
The World’s Absolute Best Italian Sausage and Roasted Garlic Bread Thanksgiving Day Stuffing
Oven roasted garlic begins this special blend. Now begin to add the fresh squeezed garlic into your softened butter and herbs. Combining lightly together with a fork. Spread that delicious blend all over an open faced loaf of Italian bread, and roast until crunchy. Envision the results. Your guests will […]
How To Make The Best Stuffed Zucchini Rolls
We are In Italy making new friends and finding the best of the best recipes Italian people are making new and cherished classics! This Zucchini Lasagna Rotolini seems to be a favorite on the table all around Italy in many different variations region to region. Today I share with you […]
Homemade Italian Three Cheeses Manicotti Baked Pasta with Ricotta, Mozzarella and Herbs
Who can resist baked manicotti. The smells from the oven while baking bring everyone into the kitchen before it’s even ready to come out of the oven. There are alot of options and versions to making this special Sunday or holiday pasta. I am making a classic version with only […]
How to Make Fundamental Bechamel Sauce
Bechamel sauce is one of the most versatile and important sauces in the modern Italian Kitchen.Otherwise known as White sauce with a roux base. It is easy and fast to create. It is the base to continue to build a cheese sauce or other vegetable cream sauces. It is perfect […]