Lasagne napoletane – Neapolitan-style lasagne

Slice of neapolitan lasagne served on a plate
A slice of this… and life feels good again!

It might sound like a rhetorical question, but who does not like lasagne? No, seriously. I am waiting for an answer here. Traditional or innovative versions, with or without meat, this dish has travelled across the globe and conquered hearts and souls. Now as a VERY proud Neapolitan I hope you don’t mind if I share a minor detail – and I shall Continue reading

Albero di pasta sfoglia ripieno – filled puff pastry tree

Albero di pasta sfoglia
I am impressive & tasty. Pick me for your menu!

I was torn about whether I should post again and, if so, which recipe I should share. Then I thought that many of you will be planning a menu for NYE or New Year’s Day, even if you are just having people over for drinks and canapés. This albero di pasta sfoglia is Continue reading

Polpettone di mamma Mariolina – Stuffed meatloaf

Polpettone and a side of courgettes
Difficult not to be enchanted in front of such beauty

The polpettone ripieno of mamma Mariolina used to be my favourite meal when I was a child. I remember developing an obsession for it and, stubborn as I am, I would often argue with my mum, who refused to make it as often as I wanted… Continue reading

Babà rustico – savoury brioche

Majestic baba' rustico
Majestic baba’ rustico

“How the hell do I explain what a babà rustico is?” I asked myself before deciding to share the recipe of babà rustico. The babà rustico is, quite simply, a pillar of Neapolitan cuisine. The original version is the sweet one sunk in rum and served with cream and fruit or with chocolate. This version is savoury Continue reading

Montanare – small fried pizze

Montanare served on a plate
Montanara waiting to be attacked!

Here I am, feeling a bit nervous about writing my first blog post! Technically, it’s not my first, as I find myself writing or setting up quite a few at work. But this post about montanare marks the beginning of a special journey: one that started last November when I decided I would write a cookery book. I wonder what kind of cocktails I had that night before going back home… Continue reading