Smacafam- Savoury Pie from Trentino Alto Adige – South Tyrol
Because of its peculiar position, the region of Trentino Alto Adige – South Tyrol, in the extreme north-east of Italy, finds itself at the crossroad of many different cuisines: it’s…
Your Comprehensive Guide to Italian Flours: Different Kinds, Classification & Use
Have you ever felt a bit lost when a delicious Italian recipe calls for a ‘00’ common wheat flour? And have you ever wondered why are there different kinds of…
Homemade Potato Gnocchi
Gnocchi are an extremely popular dish in Italy: they pair well with just about any seasoning and they’re super quick to cook, especially if you buy them ready-made at the…
Pizzelle Fritte – Fried Mini-Pizzas from Naples
The ‘pizzelle fritte’, also known as ‘pizza fritta’, are small fritters made of pizza dough and topped with fresh tomato sauce. They’re a delicacy from Campania, in Southern Italy, and…
Tortelli – Sweet Carnival Fritters
The tortelli (literally ‘small, cute cakes’) are deep-fried spoonfuls of choux pastry, sometimes filled with creme pat or chocolate cream. Plain tortelli, covered in plenty of granulated sugar, are often…