Apricots of the Caliph - History say that this was the preferred dessert of a Caliph from North Africa. Read the history of this dish below.

Aranciata... the name may fool you but it has nothing to do with the drink that goes by the same name.

 Roasted Leg of Lamb.

Baby Artichokes... a light and refreshing appetizer or side dish.

This recipe was created many years ago` by Sor Francesco, owner of the Osteria in Pratica di Mare (Rome). Read the Full Story.

Fried baccala`... so flaky, crisp and delicious.

Bagna Cauda, very versatile, can be used as a dip for vegetables, over polenta or as a salad dressing.

A quick and delicious summer dessert.

Brodetto di pesce... a great fish soup!

A light and tasty appetizer... great at any time of the year.

Stuffed Artichokes Sicilian Style... a delicious and tasty appetizer.

Stuffed Artichokes with Spaghetti... a healthy and complete meal.

It is not Christmas without Cartellate!

Marinated Chickpeas and Artichokes Salad.... delicious and fresh.

Ciambellone - a simple and versatile dessert.

Chicory with Fava Beans is a very traditional dish from Puglia. It is basically a farmer dish which in the old days was often made with wild dandelions picked in the open fields.

Rabbit Ligurian Style... with all the flavors of the Italian Riviera.

Pork chops Lucanian style... beats BBQ.