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Cavatelli: Little Pillows of Southern Soul
Growing up, cavatelli was not something I saw on my grandparents’ table. My family roots stretch deep into the mountains of northern...
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Oct 116 min read


Spoja Lorda: You Dirty Bitter Swine
A Ravenna Revelation.... After spending several days in Sicily and Calabria with friends, I decided to take a little time for myself...
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Oct 85 min read


Mac & Cheese Lasagne: Two Cravings Meet
Yes, it’s as ridiculous as it sounds. This whole thing started with a dilemma: lasagne or mac and cheese? I didn’t want to choose. I...
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Apr 276 min read


Bitterness, Spice & Everything Nice: Broccoli Rabe Ravioli
This has all the flavors of broccoli rabe and sausage in each amazing bite.
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Mar 36 min read


Hand-Stamped Tradition: The Story of Croxetti
Making croxetti is a delightfully simple and engaging process. If you don’t have a hand-crank pasta machine, a rolling pin works...
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Feb 117 min read


Mezzaluna Bites: Little Ravioli, Big Flavor
Some recipes are born from tradition, passed down through generations, with every fold and pinch carrying the weight of history. Others,...
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Feb 38 min read


Sunday Supper: Naples' Beloved Pasta Genovese
As the sun sets over Naples, families gather around tables for a hearty Sunday supper, featuring a dish that’s steeped in history yet...
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Jan 175 min read


Family Ties & Lasagne: 100 Years in the Making
This post is truly 100 years in the making, and it’s incredibly special to this crazy woman (me) who has taken on her father’s passion...
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Jan 1210 min read


Little Pockets of Heaven: Agnolotti del Plin
There’s something magical about pasta. It’s more than just food; it’s a gateway to memories, a tribute to heritage, and a celebration of...
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Aug 19, 202410 min read


Parma meets Sonoma: Tortelli d'Erbetta goes to RRV
Nestled in the heart of Emilia-Romagna, my Italian roots meander through the mountains of Alto Val Taro in the province of Parma. Here,...
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Jul 17, 20246 min read


Perennial Pesto: Tradition Meets Innovation
There’s something magical about the resilience of perennial herbs. Year after year, they push through the soil, unfazed by the seasons,...
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May 23, 20246 min read


A Toast to Elena: Nonna’s Ravioli
My passion for cooking was sparked in Astoria, Queens, where my Italian grandmother, Elena, crafted her culinary creations. Yet, its...
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Apr 14, 20249 min read


Embrace the Wild: Nettle Ravioli Delights Await!
As spring paints its vibrant canvas across the landscape, the culinary world eagerly anticipates the emergence of fresh and adventurous...
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Apr 6, 20248 min read
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