Torta di Mele – Apple Cake

Torta di Mele – Apple Cake

This is a favourite of many throughout Italy, although I am sure every country of the world has apple cake recipes that are passed down through the generations that are cherished and loved. I confess that I tried 4 or 5 recipes when I was 

Sweet Potato Rosti stack with Prosciutto di San Daniele, Avocado & Poached Egg

Sweet Potato Rosti stack with Prosciutto di San Daniele, Avocado & Poached Egg

This recipe is such a perfect idea for a filling and satisfying brunch, although it could be enjoyed at any time of the day really. So, consider it as an option for breakfast, lunch or even dinner. Sweet Potato Rosti stack with Prosciutto di San 

Summer Lasagne with Sardinian ‘Pane Guttiau’, Prosciutto San Daniele, Burrata, Figs, Mint & Balsamico

Summer Lasagne with Sardinian ‘Pane Guttiau’, Prosciutto San Daniele, Burrata, Figs, Mint & Balsamico

The word Lasagne doesn’t have to equate to layers of steaming hot pasta and in this recipe I’ve given it a Summer twist. Pane Guttiau is a wafer thin flatbread from Sardegna. Similar to ‘pane Carasau’, Pane Guttiau is usually seasoned with salt, rosemary and 

Prosciutto San Daniele DOP

Prosciutto San Daniele DOP

San Daniele del Friuli is a beautiful, quaint small town in Italy’s northern region Friuli Venezia Giulia, in the province of Udine.  It is situated on the top of a hill, half-way between the mountains and the Adriatic Sea, near the Tagliamento river, which is 

Casatiello Napoletano

Casatiello Napoletano

Casatiello Napoletano is a savoury bread traditionally eaten during Easter celebrations.  I find it so very delicious and very addictive, and it’s hard not to eat too much of it at one sitting.  It is traditional to bake the Casatiello with chicken eggs placed on the 

Hot Cross Buns

Hot Cross Buns

I have posted a couple of different recipes for Hot Cross Buns on my blog in the past, but I’m updating the post again. The other recipe I used had grated apple in it as well, but I don’t think it’s necessary. The buns still 

Blueberry Cupcakes

Blueberry Cupcakes

Everybody loves blueberry muffins, but what if we make them more like cupcakes and add a decadent frosting? You can still enjoy the streusel on top, it’s just hidden under the frosting. You are also free to make these frosting free. You could choose a 

Torta di Nocciole – Hazelnut Cake

Torta di Nocciole – Hazelnut Cake

This Italian cake is a wonderful dessert, rich in toasted hazelnut flavour and aroma, yet light enough for the perfect accompaniment for morning or afternoon tea. Traditionally ‘Torta di Nocciole’ (hazelnut cake) originates from Piedmont because it is traditionally prepared with IGP* hazelnuts from the 

Orange Blossom Polenta Cake

Orange Blossom Polenta Cake

Orange Blossom water, mandarin zest and rosemary are just some of the magical ingredients that make this fragrant cake incredibly special and truly delicious. Add almond meal, polenta, olive oil and some eggs and you’ll discover it’s also a very easy cake to put together. 

Baked Doughnuts

Baked Doughnuts

Everyone loves a doughnut, whether they be enjoyed for breakfast or for a mid-morning or afternoon sugar fix.  Most often the ones we buy are fried, but this is a recipe for doughnuts baked in the oven.  This recipe isn’t a dough where you have