A Look at Lunch in Tuscany

Discover a farm in Chianti, Tuscany, growing fava beans and making olive oil. Take a look at a traditional lunch served on the farm.

Paleo Coconut Macaroons

Coconut Macaroons are one of the simplest treats to prepare when you need a sweet recipe that’s easy to make and only requires a few simple ingredients.

Oregano Pistachio Cakes

Craving a savory snack cake? These small oregano and pistachio cakes with Pecorino cheese are just the thing. As we dive into fall, enjoy alongside a bowl of soup.

Fennel Taralli Bread

A crunchy crust and a chewy inside, taralli are similar to a classic bagel. Try this savory bread spiced with fennel for delicious flavor.

Classic Tuscan Panzanella

Colorful, vibrant and flavorful, Panzanella is a classic Tuscan dish. Toasted bread and vegetables combine for the perfect summer salad.

Elegant Dulce de Leche Cake

With dulce de leche swirled into the cake batter and the Swiss meringue frosting, this buttery cake is truly fit for an elegant celebration.

Inside a Roman Pizzerium

Take a look inside, Pizzarium, a tiny kitchen and located far from the city center, in Rome’s Quartiere Trionfale. It just may be the world’s best pizza.

Blackberry Bourbon and Honey Punch

Blackberry puree and honey makes a divine adult punch that is perfect to prep ahead and serve to a crowd of thirsty guests.

Toasted Pappardelle with Chanterelles and Hazelnuts

Toasted Pappardelle with Chanterelles and Hazelnuts is a unique way of making homemade pasta. Toasting the flour deepens the flavor and adds richness.

Floral Gin Cocktail

Floral liqueur adds a refreshing twist on the classic gin and tonic.

Lemon Blueberry Cake

With a classic flavor combination, this lemon blueberry cake is made just like a poke cake to let the sweet blueberry filling mingle with the soft lemon cake. Frost in a cheesecake icing and you will be set.

Chocolate Salami

A favorite Italian recipe, this chocolate salami is made special with the addition of Sicilian Marsala wine.

Fresh Dandelion Fruit Smoothie

This imaginative green smoothie includes classic fruits such as banana, avocado, kiwi, and dates. Foraged herbs bring this recipe to life.

Refreshing Summer Sangria Pitchers

These summer sangria recipes feature seasonal fruits and berries soaked in a variety of wines, and they represent a wide range of complexity levels. What are you waiting for? Find your perfect match!

Frozen Summer Berry Lemonade

This blended lemonade is the perfect cooler for a backyard barbecue and can be spiked, if desired, for a fun, fruity cup.

Key Lime Coconut Cookies: From The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota

The Florida-inspired cookie is quite addictive with a light and cake-y texture and a sweet coating of zesty glaze.

Chocolate Fudge Cake

This rich, chocolate fudge cake will hit the spot with its gooey texture and deep chocolate flavor.

Raspberry and Beer Cocktail

Delightfully fresh and light, raspberries accompany a light beer and some vodka for a refreshing cocktail that is fabulous for summer.

Strawberry and Mint Pavlova

An elegant dessert with a multitude of beautiful textures, enjoy the crunch of meringue, the fluffiness of whipped cream, and the sweet juiciness of the strawberries with a hint of mint on top.

Simple Summer Tomato and Ricotta Pizza

A simple ricotta and tomato pizza tastes like the fresh, cool flavors of summer, without any fuss.

Drizzle Away with the History of Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Italian olive oil has a long and rich history. Learn the facts and why Extra Virgin makes all the difference.

Chilled Red Pepper and Goats’ Cheese Soup

Chilled Red Pepper and Goats’ Cheese Soup Perfect vegetarian soup for hot summer days and…

Grilling with an Italian Flair

Labor Day is almost here. This year, grill with an Italian flair. Try out some grilled versions of familiar Italian classics and really wow your friends and family.

New Ways to Cook with Fruit

Whether berries or citrus, author Annie Riggs shows us how to cook with fruit in new sweet and savory ways.

Stuffed Artichokes

Stuffed Artichokes look difficult, but they’re actually quite easy to prepare. Once you get the hang of this Italian classic you’ll be sure to try it again!

Five Ways to Enjoy Iced Coffee

Switch up your cold brew coffee with one of these fun favorites including coffee popsicles and granita.

Perfect Italian Bruschetta

Bruschetta was born as a poor Neapolitan food of farmers, but today it is one of our favorite appetizers on a summer night.

Le Creuset Giveaway: Coq au Vin Mousseux Recipe

Enter to win a beautiful Le Creuset Dutch oven, perfect for this Coq au Vin Mousseux and all the fall cooking to come.

Easy Gluten Free Brownies

With only five ingredeints needed, you could be whipping up these easy gluten free brownies in no time. Top with marshmallows for a fun, s’mores-like treat.

The Green Thumb Cocktail

Chill out with a savory scotch whiskey cocktails made with simple ingredeints and herbs from your summer garden.

Toast to the Olympic Gold!

Let the golden bubbles flow as we toast our Olympic gold medal winners (and all the rest!) with a variety of delicious Proseccos. Versatile – they go with everything! – and so refreshing on these last days of summer! Raise your glass to Rio and enjoy!

Coconut Crusted Taro Fries

Ever heard of baked taro fries? They’re about to become your new favorite vegetable dish.

Wine Tip – Oi Ni Campania Fiano 2011

This white wine comes off as very floral on the nose, but on the tongue it brings a smokey, full-bodied appeal that pairs well with bold cheeses and pastas.

Olive Rosemary Focaccia

Olive rosemary focaccia is a real treat. Fragrant rosemary and salty olives lend a deep and rich flavor to this bread that can be enjoyed at anytime.

The Story of Coffee at 35,000 Feet

Here’s what it takes to make a cup of coffee on an airplane.

Sparkling Peach Lemonade

A refreshing sparkling juice made with stone fruit and pear puree for a sweet sip of summertime.

Peach and Bourbon Limeade Slushie

Grab your ripe stone fruits and mix up this slightly frozen peach limeade with a splash of bourbon or rum.

How to Pull an Espresso Shot

Learn the difference in pulling a mediocre espresso and a superb shot that will taste amazing while it energizes you.

No Churn Salted Chocolate Ice Cream
No-Churn Salted Chocolate Ice Cream

A deliciously simple recipe that brings chocolate ice cream to new tasty heights with a magical sprinkle of salt.

Cool as a Cucumber Summer Cocktails

Make a few refreshing cocktails all with cucumbers as the key ingredient, sliced, ribboned, juiced, or infused, they offer a cool twist for the hot months.

Simple Eggplant Rolls

Try this easy Sicilian summer recipe of eggplant rolls filled with tomato, basil, and cheese.

Summer Beets and Crème Fraîche Soup

Summer Beets and Crème Fraîche Soup Healthy and delicious chilled soup for hot summer days.…

Tomato Salad Grilled Pizza

Tomato Salad Grilled Pizza is a wonderful summertime meal. Fresh off the grill, the aroma and flavor are hard to beat!

No-Knead Goat Cheese Focaccia with Pistachios

Get your hands on this recipe for a quick Italian bread with fresh rosemary and a creamy-crunchy pair of toppings.

Sunday Supper Summer Salad

The art of a composed salad

Chunky Chocolate Chip and Pretzel Cookies
Chunky Chocolate Chip and Pretzel Cookies

It’s Friday. Time for a treat! These chocolate chunk cookies with pretzels will satisfy your end-of-the-week indulgences.

BLT Pasta

It’s the season of cool pasta salads and what could be more delicious than one of our favorite sandwiches becoming a bowl of pasta loaded with bacon and fresh vegetables.

Italian Saffron

Italian Saffron, or L’Aquila saffron, is one of the rarest spices on the planet. Its aroma and color are unmatched in terms of quality.

Tiramisu Crepe Cake

Tiramisu Crepe Cake is a fresh way of serving an Italian classic. The full flavors of tiramisu shine in each layer of this delicious dessert.

A Bloody Mary with Funk

Called the Uptown Bloody Mary, this brunch cocktail with tomato water, peño instead of horseradish, and olive brine has some serious funk.

Gluten Free Jam Hand Pies

Like small treasure chests holding a sweet delight, these pastries are filled with jam and enveloped in a simple gluten free crust.

Homemade Pistachio Ice Cream
Homemade Pistachio Ice Cream

How to create homemade pistachio ice cream with high quality ingredients, for a rich flavor and completely natural green color.

Quick Pasta Carbonara

With five ingredients and in 20 minutes or less, you can create the classic pasta carbonara for a comforting, quick weeknight meal.

Chocolate Key Lime Pie Bars

With a salty and sweet Biscoff cookie crust and a tart key lime pie layer, these bars are dipped in a chocolate for a refreshing summer treat.

Detox Green Smoothie

It’s amazing how many healthy fruits and veggies you can pack into one green smoothie.

Cucumber and Yogurt Soup

Are you looking for new and exciting recipes? This one is super quick and easy…

Sun-Dried Tomato Basil Pesto

This Sun-Dried Tomato Basil Pesto is sweet, tangy, and a tad smoky. Slather it on bread and make the best grilled cheese ever, or just go nuts with a spoon.

Grilled Pineapple and Mint Refresher

This sparkling Brazilian-inspired pineapple and mint drink is perfect with grilled meats as a summer party beverage.

Italian Margherita cake

Try a classic Italian cake, named after its similar appearance to the margherita, or daisy, flower. A hearty slice is best served with milk or tea.

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