Christmas in Italy means Panettone or Pandoro.  There’s a huge rivalry between the supporters of these two

If you follow Manu’s Menu, you must remember that a few weeks ago, I reviewed the Toollio, an amazing multi

I made this Cookies and Cream Fudge to give to friends as part of this year’s Christmas hamper.  It is so e

I made these savoury Kitty Cat Bread Buns for my daughter’s 5th birthday party and they were a hit.  Not o

Today’s post is not really a recipe, but I thought this Cheese Mouse on a Cracker looked too cute not to hav

My youngest daughter loves animals and she has a true passion for cats.  So, this year, she chose to have a K

I must admit that even though I love Australia, I often miss Europe.  I was born and brought up in Milan, whi

It is time again for the “Secret recipe club” reveal!  I am sure you all know what the club is about, but

This week, the #SundaySupper bloggers are sharing recipes with ingredients that are hunted or foraged. This ca

A few days ago, I reviewed an amazing kitchen appliance: the Toollio, a unique multi-function food processor

This week the Sunday Supper team is sharing recipes for lighter foods to balance out the indulgences that go

Happy Halloween everyone!  I cannot believe it’s the end of October already!  This year has just flown! 

If you follow Manu’s Menu, you will remember that I decided to start a little series on home-made liqueurs i

Happy Diwali!  Tomorrow will mark the beginning of Diwali (दिवाली), the “festival of lights”,

It is time again for the “Secret recipe club” reveal!  I am sure you all know what the club is about, but

The October Daring Cooks’ Challenge was brought to us by Andrea from 4pure. She introduced us to one of her

It’s been a while since I have posted one of my Regional Italian recipes, so I think it’s time to publish

Today it’s back to basics, with an Italian classic recipe… but with a twist.  Ham and peas are a very com

As you may know, my eldest daughter loves everything coconut at the moment, and she has a very sweet tooth (sh

It is finally spring here in Australia, but we have had a relatively cold winter this year.  As you know, I d

My girls are home for their spring holidays… a much needed break for everyone before the beginning of the la

It is time again for the “Secret recipe club” reveal!  I am sure you all know what the club is about,

This month, the Daring Cooks got a little saucy! Jenni from the Gingered Whisk taught us the basics of how t

Recipe adapted from Essenza in Cucina http://essenzaincucina.blogspot.com.au/2011/07/casoncelli-alla-bergamasc

In my early 20’s I visited Spain a few times. Oh Spain, an amazing country, one of my favourite places in th

Having grown up in Milan, where winters are quite cold, I have had my fair share of soups.  In fact, my mum w

Over the weekend, I was invited by Barilla Australia to one of their Hands-on Cooking Classes at Casa Barilla,

Today’s recipe is a dessert: Poire belle Hélène is a beautiful looking treat made up of vanilla poached pe

If you follow this blog, you will be already familiar with sofficini, as I have published a Ham and Cheese Sof

It’s been quite cold lately here in Sydney and we have had our share of rainy days too.  It truly feels lik

I must admit that I love all rum based drinks the most and Daiquiris are among my favourites.  They are easy

This month, the Daring Cooks challenged us to think inside the box - the icebox, that is! Audax taught us so

I made these lollipops for Victoria’s Frozen party.  I wanted to make some candy that resembled ice and the

I made these Snow Cupcakes for my daughter’s Frozen birthday party.  She loves cupcakes, so they are always

Today’s post is about turning a failure into a success story. I had seen some beautiful cookies on Pinterest

Like all little girls her age, Victoria has a fascination with princess stories and the latest Disney movie is