My sister was recently telling me about her favorite soup that our Nonnu used to make. A lot of research and love went into recreating this recipe, always hoping it holds up to the incredible, deep flavors he put into all of his food.
This recipe was made to honor my mother, who taught me how to make this wonderful dish. While many traditional versions are slow-braised in a heavy red sauce for hours, she always cooked hers under the broiler to achieve a perfect, crisp exterior. It’s a quick, high-heat method that lets the rich flavor of the … Read more
This recipe brings the absolute soul of classic Sicilian agrodolce straight to your stovetop. By marrying the vibrant technique of a slow-stirred risotto with the rich history of coastal ingredients, it’s the ultimate way to turn a simple weeknight into a Mediterranean masterpiece.
This recipe was inspired by my father’s love for rice pudding. With a little Sicilian-style magic, we added cinnamon and orange zest to the beautiful custard to make it pop!
Known to my family as Chicken with the Olives (I have never had anyone tell me they ever heard of this recipe), my Nonnu made this classic Sicilian dish for decades. Far from a heavy, mayo-based deli salad, this is a true, authentic Insalata di Pollo—tender chicken tossed in premium olive oil, wine vinegar, and deeply briny olives and capers straight from the old country.
