Panzanella was once a “poor man’s dish”, but has recently become very popular world wide. Using day old bread and whatever you have in the fridge, you can make your very own recipe, but this is our favorite.
Panzanella
Crema di Limoncello
There is nothing better than a lovely meal with your family and capped off with this amazing Cream of Limoncello. Popular throughout Italy, this recipe originates in the Amalfi Coast, where lemons are plenty.
Lesso (Bollito)
When one thinks of “Comfort Food” in Central and Northern Italy, “Lesso” (also known as Bollito) is high on the list. It is warm, light, and incredibly healthy. It could be best compared in terms of comfort to how we see chicken soup — Not feeling well? Have some Lesso. Want to keep it light? Have some Lesso. But it is Italian, so it can be so much more. It can be light and healthy, or rich and delicious… it all depends on how you serve it.
Farro Salad with Grilled Vegetables & Mozzarella
Farro (Spelt) Salad is a very popular dish in Italy, especially in the summer. There are countless ways to make it, to the point that no two recipes will be the same. This is one that Paola made one day on the fly, off the top of her head. But she knocked it out of the park, so we couldn’t help but share.
Limoncello Babà
Babà al rum are small yeasted brioche-like cakes swimming in a rum-spiked citrus syrup. They are best when made in advance, making them a great dish to bring to a party.
Bruschetta with Pancetta & Stracchino Cheese
Bruschetta with Pancetta & Stracchino Cheese
Bruschetta with Sausage and Stracchino
A recipe for Bruschetta that is quick and easy to make, but sure to be popular with anyone trying it!
Borlotti Beans by Serena
Not a week goes by in which guests on our tours don’t beg for the recipe for the “beans they had at Madonna delle Macchie”. So we sat down with Serena’s mom and got her to write down the recipe for us. Here it is!