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Destructured Nonna’s Rustic Burgers

It all started with me running out of Parmigiano (gulp!) to make Nonna’s rustic burgers, so I came up with small crisps and a de-structured creation. Her original recipe calls for ground meat, eggs, Parmigiano, bread crumbs, parsley, salt & pepper mixed together, shaped in the form of a burger and grilled or seared. This reinterpretation wants the breadcrumbs sautéed in olive oil, parsley and … Continue reading Destructured Nonna’s Rustic Burgers

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Delicious Nutella Roll

Late-night cravings – I know. When there’s Nutella in the pantry, there’s no way I can leave it alone. We were laughing about that with some old & new friends the other night at dinner, eating Lucky Gnocchi at Piola Houston. Ladies confessed their night-time craving for chocolate and guys laughed about how many different ways we have not to be caught stealing sweets. Me? I just … Continue reading Delicious Nutella Roll

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How To Make Super Quick Chocolate Salame

Ever tried a slice of this awesome chocolate dessert? Chocolate Salami is an easy, fast, kid-friendly and no-bake dessert that Italians eat for merenda – the afternoon snack. I’ve tested a few versions, but the one I like best is made with dark chocolate, hazelnuts and crushed tea biscuits. What you need to make Salame al Cioccolato  INGREDIENTS 200 grams of plain tea biscuits / cookies* … Continue reading How To Make Super Quick Chocolate Salame