A classic Italian piccata is usually done with veal, but lamb works like a charm. I absolutely adore the combination of lemon and capers in a buttery sauce with some …
Lamb piccata
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Italian-style white bean soup with lamb knuckle
Although many of us know and love traditional South African bean soup made with red speckled beans, there’s another variety that you absolutely have to try. It is made …
Lamb & tomato ragu with gnocchi
This is hands-down one of the most comforting dishes I’ve ever eaten. It is made with boneless lamb that’s been cubed into 1 x 1 cm blocks – don’t …
Caprese salad, triple cheese beef lasagne & tiramisu jars with Galbani Cheese
When it comes to laid-back, festive, scrumptious food that’s packed with flavour, the Italians just know how. I’ve taken a few tips from their most popular traditional cheese-themed recipes to …
Panzanella with smoked chicken, capers & basil
These days, most of us have access to great bread. Here in my hometown of Stellenbosch I can buy a large loaf of freshly baked sour dough bread any day …
Ricotta gnudi with pomodoro sauce
My new business partner, Francille van Tiddens, recently sent me a recipe for ricotta gnudi via Bon Appetit’s online magazine. I’ll reveal more about our exciting new venture soon – …
Grilled, marinated aubergines
There are few things I love more than lazy, extended, tapas-style eating. Although the term “tapas” was coined by the Spaniards, I still prefer my snacks mostly Italian, very simple, …
Romeinse gnocchi met ‘n Gruyere roomsous vir Pasella
Ek het die voorreg gehad om onlangs saam met die Pasella-span van SABC2 ‘n kook-insetsel te skiet oor ongewone kaas. Dit word vanaand om 19h30 uitgesaai. Ek en twee mede-bloggers, …
Garlic pita with caprese salad
If there is one country’s food that I love above all else, it has to be Italy. Simple food, using the best ingredients, to be enjoyed without fuss or pretense. …
Spinach and ricotta cannelloni: a step by step guide
I’ve always been a huge fan of Italian food. It is the way that Italians value food, the way they celebrate life with food, the simple way they cook …