Mains
It’s one of those meals that makes Sunday special and cozies up any weeknight. And if there happens to be any left over, prepare yourself for the best chicken sandwiches tomorrow.
Creamy, comforting and made the way it should be. Tender chicken, rich Alfredo sauce and pillowy fettuccine—simply heat, serve and enjoy. i promise, this is the best Alfredo recipe you will ever make.
This Lemon Spaghetti with Feta and Shrimp is one of my all-time favourite recipes. I first shared a version years ago, but it's even better now thanks to one simple ingredient: Macedonian feta.
Warm up winter days with tender braised New Zealand lamb, sweet carrots, and fluffy russet potatoes, all simmered in a perfectly balanced, comforting broth. This stew is outstanding, you’ll want to make it again and again.
Even my taste-testers who weren’t keen on stuffed peppers couldn’t resist these. And honestly, I don’t blame them. I really nailed nonna-approved comfort food with this wow-worthy spin on a classic.
This recipe captures the true essence of Italian cooking—simple, wholesome ingredients coming together in perfect harmony.
Crispy tofu takes centre stage here in a delicious Persian-style curry that is easy and comforting.
This is a nice fall recipe with butternut squash, and a unique thick twisted pasta we have not used before. It’s got a great flavour build with onion and bacon, then the caramelized squash with Parmesan. This could also be a bright side dish for entertaining.
To say I’m obsessed with this dish, is accurate. I’ve had it many times, and it’s always so good. I hope you enjoy it!
Our showstopper rib roast is the perfect holiday dinner main. It’s easy to make and makes a beautiful presentation.
My daughter and I were walking in the West Village after seeing “Back from the Vatican,” a funny, fantastic show. It was our third night in NYC, and we still hadn’t had Italian so the striped awnings of Little Italy beckoned. We found a buzzy spot, snagged two seats at the bar and settled into the menu. Spaghetti Vongole caught my eye.
Served with a steamed fragrant Jasmine rice, everyone loves a great stir-fry! This sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This will save time and with the right ingredients on hand, will finish off this dish in less than 20 minutes.
Pan Bagnat is sold on the beaches in Nice and street vendors in Paris. It means bathed bread and it makes perfect sense as the flavour of the sandwich only intensifies the longer it sits, allowing the bread to lazily soak up the dressing.
The Cobb sandwich was created in 1937 by Robert Cobb, owner of the Brown Derby Restaurant in Hollywood.
Throughout Paris, stylish women can be seen lounging in bistros, nibbling on the decadent Croque Monsieur. With its sweet honey ham and melted layers of aged Gruyère, it’s really a sophisticated twist on the classic grilled ham and cheese.
Perfect pork belly combines tender meat with a top layer of melty fat and unbeatably crispy skin.
Butchers typically sell pork belly in large slabs or cut into long, inch-thick strips. Here, simple to make and so delicious, with fresh sage and sea salt.
Emailed from Calabria, from a friend's Italian grandmother, this recipe is one of our favourites.
Baking & Dessert
The nostalgic cookie so simple and so delicious. Heavenly. Imperial cookies showered with pink icing and oozing with raspberry. These are even better the next day!
I created this recipe many years ago and recently retested it. I was pleasantly surprised to find it’s still one of the best cookies I’ve ever made. It’s so good!
I called this bar, “The OMG I Need This” because that’s what you’ll say after you’ve had it once. You must use good milk chocolate not dark chocolate, and sea salt flakes not fine. The humble rice krispie square gets a redo with good vanilla and sea salt, then dipped in melted chocolate and sprinkled with sea salt. This is the perfect treat for homemade gifts or good enough to serve at any fancy dinner. Imagine serving this simple bar with flakey sea salt on good china—you could lay a sprig of rosemary on top–and watch the expressions and conversation flow. The image above shows toasted almonds in the chocolate, but here I’ve left them out.
Denser and creamier than traditional ice cream, flavoured with cardamom and pistachio. You will love it!
It’s the best treat, dessert, hosting gift – you name it. Just make sure you use a sharp knife to slice it. Chef’s tip: run the knife under really hot water for a minute, dry it off, then slice for a clean finish.
Ripe banana cake meets bright, summery fruit in this irresistibly moist treat. A tender, banana-forward crumb is studded with juicy mango cubes and sweet strawberry ribbons, finished with a light citrus glaze that lifts the flavours. Perfect for brunch, afternoon tea, or a simple dessert — it’s easy to make, easy to share, and full of comforting warmth with a fresh, fruity twist. Serve slightly warm or at room temperature for best texture.
These cookies are hands down the most delectable morsels of tarty sweetness! These gems are a must-try!
Millionaire’s Shortbread is a real treat that’s worth every minute and every ingredient. This decadent dessert features a buttery shortbread base, topped with a perfectly rich, creamy caramel layer, finished with a sprinkle of sea salt.
Delicious best quality chocolate and toast the pecans slightly. The apricots add perfect sweetness, and the sea salt takes it over the top.
Sides & Salads
This delicious soup demands a second bowl. Full disclosure: since I created this soup, I’ve become obsessed.
Inspired by the classic Caprese salad–tomato, fresh mozzarella and basil–reinvented here with the sweetness of fresh peaches, the tanginess of goat cheese, bitterness of arugula and a kiss of honey and balsamic.
You’re going to want this decadent Tuscan Soup. It’s more like a symphony of mouthwatering tastes.
This is a wonderful salad that everyone loves and goes with everything.
If you’re craving comfort food, picadillo—my dad’s favorite meal—is a tasty must-make. Perfected by my mom, who learned it from a Mexican friend, this is her take on the authentic Latin recipe. Simple to make and incredibly delicious. Serve with crusty bread or tortillas. Enjoy!
Deep, Authentic, and delicious Thai flavours make this soup irresistible. Try your best to find fresh galangal (not easy to find, but essential) if you cant find it, use fresh ginger instead. This is the best Thai coconut soup I've ever made.
A beautiful spin on Caesar salad this delicious lemony grilled chicken salad is perfect for a weekday dinner.
A delicious and easy recipe to make as a quick appetizer or lunch.
Smokey, sweet and savoury, beautiful ingredients come together to make this delicious and easy to make salad.
Sweet lobster, buttery avocado, and smoky bacon, the only word that will do Decadent!
A heartwarming Italian soup starts with our favourite San Marzano canned tomatoes. A level-up Minestrone, with chicken and spinach…so hearty and delicious.
Try this classic tomato, cucumber, and onion salad—a refreshing, flavorful dish. With ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and zesty onions, this vibrant salad complements any meal and is quick to prepare.
A delicious and addictive Mexican-inspired Summer salad with chicken, avocado, roasted corn, and red onion, and the perfect vinaigrette.
Beautiful flavours with the perfect tortilla crunch. You’ll want to make this one all summer long.
A beautiful and delicious and fresh salad perfect for long summer weekends!
Beverages
Elevate your cocktail game with the Campari Grapefruit Cocktail, blending the zesty notes of grapefruit, lemon, and spicy ginger. This vibrant drink boasts bittersweet Campari and refreshing citrus.
The bellini originated in Venice, the Prosecco region of Italia. Made with Prosecco and peach puree…here with an icy twist transformed into a granita.
The most delicious homemade cup of hot cocoa with chocolate shavings and Maldon sea salt.
Refreshingly vibrant and irresistibly zesty, the Mojito is a classic cocktail that perfectly balances the crispness of mint with the sweetness of sugar and the tartness of lime.
The Lynchburg lemonade is named after Lynchburg, Tennessee, hometown of the Jack Daniel's Distillery. It is one of the most popular mixed drinks and the Tennessee whiskey's signature cocktail.
This delicious soup demands a second bowl. Full disclosure: since I created this soup, I’ve become obsessed.