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 →