Grilled Fig and Honey Skewers with Whipped Ricotta and Pistachios
Whip the ricotta, mascarpone, 2 tbsp honey, vanilla and orange zest together until light and smooth; chill until serving. Se...
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Charred Peach and Basil Sparkler with Honey and Ginger
Brush the peach halves lightly with olive oil and grill cut-side down over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes until deeply caram...
Sicilian Cannoli with Crisp Marsala Pastry Shells, Sheep's Milk Ricotta, Candied Orange and Pistachio Dust
Make the shell dough: in a bowl combine flour, sugar, cocoa, cinnamon and salt. Rub in the lard with cool fingertips until the mixture res...
Italian Negroni with Campari, Sweet Vermouth, London Dry Gin and Flamed Orange Peel
Understand the drink's philosophy: the Negroni is built on equal parts bitterness (Campari), botanical herbal sweetness (vermouth), an...
Osso Buco alla Milanese with Braised Veal Shanks, Gremolata and Saffron Risotto
Prepare the veal shanks: tie each shank around its circumference with kitchen twine — this holds the meat to the bone during braising and ...
Italian Aperol Spritz with Blood Orange, Prosecco, Sparkling Water and Fresh Rosemary Sprig
Choose the right glass: a large balloon wine glass (at least 16 oz) is traditional and essential — it allows the aromas to bloom and accom...
Italian Aperol Spritz with Prosecco, Blood Orange, Fresh Rosemary and Mediterranean Olives
Ingredients 3 oz Aperol 3 oz dry Prosecco DOC 1 oz sparkling water Ice (large cubes preferred) 1 slice blood orange (or regular orange) 1...
Italian Blood Orange Aperol Spritz with Rosemary and Prosecco
Ingredients 3 oz Aperol 3 oz Prosecco, chilled 1 oz fresh blood orange juice 1 oz club soda 1 sprig fresh rosemary Ice (large cubes) Bloo...
Burrata Bruschetta with Heirloom Tomatoes, Basil Oil and Aged Balsamic
Ingredients 4 thick slices sourdough or ciabatta 2 tbsp olive oil (for toasting) 1 clove garlic, halved 2 balls fresh burrata (4 oz each)...