Tag Archives: cuisine

Have I been chopped? Speck, Pea Shoots and Marsala Meatballs

Posted on January 24, 2015 by Francesca

Don’t you get tired to always cook the same dishes? During the last years, I have mastered some recipes that have become my signature dishes. I always have the essential ingredients for them in my refrigerator and I can cook them with my … Continue reading →

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There are witches in the air: purple cauliflower soup

Posted on October 29, 2014 by Francesca

2 Servings Looking at Her Majesty’s Halloween menu, I had the impression that something was missing. What was it? We had the bats and the skeleton and the ghost … so? But some witches of course! Over the last few … Continue reading →

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My goodbye to summer: tomato, olive and eggplant spaghetti

Posted on October 15, 2014 by Francesca

It is time for me to let it go. Summer is my favorite season. It is when I feel my best. Every day I pick a pretty dress (preferably with a floral pattern) and a pair of ballet flats (I … Continue reading →

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When life spices up: an interview with Gourmandize

Posted on October 9, 2014 by Francesca

Hello Everyone! Today, we are barging into your house for a few minutes only to share some exciting (at least for us!) news! Do you know those early mornings when you have just switched the alarm off, your eyes are … Continue reading →

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Scenes From an Italian Wedding and Bacon-Wrapped Cauliflower and Broccoli Florets

Posted on September 28, 2014 by Francesca

Hello there! Long time no talk and no cook! 🙂 My personal photographer has been buried alive in the office, working long exhausting hours, and I have been busy with a … home project that is taking more than I … Continue reading →

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So little time in the kitchen: peach and chocolate chips mini tarte tatins

Posted on August 13, 2014 by Francesca

Hello everyone! Hope you are having a glorious summer! As a food blogger, I know I’m expected to share recipes, tips and culinary adventures that I have experienced during my stay in Italy, but I’m afraid you’ll be disappointed … or maybe … Continue reading →

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From Italy to Iran with love: Pepper and Pancetta Tortiglioni

Posted on July 24, 2014 by Francesca

I have been fortunate enough to be asked by lovely Azita to write a guest post that she has published on her wonderful blog, Fig and Quince. If you don’t know Azita yet, do yourself a favor: go check her blog … Continue reading →

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An unusual mini-bundt: asparagus and pea flan

Posted on June 25, 2014 by Francesca

Let me apologize first! I know this is my second asparagus post in a row. The truthful, not very glamorous reason is that I’m about to leave for Italy and I needed to empty my refrigerator. 😉 The first rule … Continue reading →

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A second chance: asparagus and pancetta baked pasta

Posted on June 15, 2014 by Francesca

8 Servings High school is over in our neck of the woods and last week we went to a graduation party of the son of one of our neighbors. High school graduation ceremonies, proms and parties are totally new to us. In … Continue reading →

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Who said routines are boring? Meatloaf “en croute”

Posted on June 5, 2014 by Francesca

Hello there! Long time no talk. I hope this finds you all well and enjoying this warm, glorious weather. My house is finally empty (as in, no more guests!) and I was longing for this to happen. Don’t get me wrong: having family around … Continue reading →

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