Candied Orange Peel: A Winter Citrus Treasure
When a friend from the Roccarainola mountains arrived with bags of organic homemade oranges, I knew exactly what had to happen: candied orange peel. It's become my winter kitchen tradition, and today I'm sharing the
Naples Christmas Dinner: A Holiday Feast
Let me give you a little glimpse into how we celebrate Christmas Eve dinner here in Naples. Spoiler alert: the eating doesn't stop at dinner—we're still going strong on the 25th!
Pasta Handmade Bible: A Love Letter to Italian Cooking
I fell in love with Missy Robbins' Pasta Handmade Bible the moment I opened it. This isn't just a cookbook—it's a beautiful reminder that cooking is an art, and the best recipes come from trusting your instincts.
Struffoli: Naples’ Christmas Honey Balls
Christmas Eve is almost here, and like every Neapolitan I know, the phone's been ringing all morning with one topic: what's for dinner? Today I'm sharing struffoli—those addictive little honey-glazed balls that ev
Homemade Taiwanese Vegan Rice Blood
My experimental take on classic Taiwanese素米血—crispy on the outside, savory seaweed-infused on the inside. Made with pantry staples and a happy accident involving spicy seaweed snacks.
Savory Danubio Salato: Neapolitan Christmas Rolls
It's officially Christmas season in Naples, and I'm obsessed with Danubio Salato—those pillowy savory rolls stuffed with guanciale, prosciutto cotto, and melty cheese. Here's my recipe for about 30 mini ones that'
Pasta e Patate: My Aunt’s Neapolitan Magic
Christmas prep in my Italian kitchen just got a whole lot easier—thanks to my aunt next door. I'm sharing her iconic Pasta e Patate alla Napoletana, a creamy, comforting Neapolitan classic that tastes like pure co
Potato Gnocchi with Shrimp & Squid
Moving house in Naples didn't stop my kitchen adventures. When my friend's father mentioned a nostalgic 1980s seafood gnocchi from his memory, we turned it into weekend magic—and it was absolutely unforgettable.
Last-Minute Halloween Recipes to Save Your Party
Halloween isn't really an Italian thing, but that doesn't stop us from having fun with food! I've rounded up my favorite spooky recipes—from black buns to skull mushrooms—perfect for when you're planning a party
Crispy Meat Fluff Pancakes for Mid-Autumn
I can't believe summer's heat wave barely ended and Mid-Autumn Festival is already here! I made these ridiculously good roubing (meat fluff pancakes) from a YouTube recipe, and Paolo and I demolished five of them in
