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Sweet ribs dreams my friends…!
I’ve never had so many ribs like in these years in Canada. When I lived in Italy, I had no idea about how Americans and Canadians are obsessed (in a positive way) with ribs and BBQ sauce. Well, now I
Sweet ribs dreams my friends…!
I’ve never had so many ribs like in these years in Canada. When I lived in Italy, I had no idea about how Americans and Canadians are obsessed (in a positive way) with ribs and BBQ sauce. Well, now I
I love linguine with mushrooms and panna even in the summertime
LINGUINE CON PANNA E FUNGHI No, non è autunno ma lo scorso weekend ho deciso di comprare un po’ di funghi. Mi piacciono ma non li mangio da tantissimo tempo. Ho comprato quelli freschi già puliti e pronti così mi
I love linguine with mushrooms and panna even in the summertime
LINGUINE CON PANNA E FUNGHI No, non è autunno ma lo scorso weekend ho deciso di comprare un po’ di funghi. Mi piacciono ma non li mangio da tantissimo tempo. Ho comprato quelli freschi già puliti e pronti così mi
Tartine al salmone in Canadian style!
A few days ago I had this great creative idea. I had some salmon left in the fridge that I used for my penne with vodka and I decided to make some “tartine“. In Italy “tartina” (singular; plural: “tartine”) is
Tartine al salmone in Canadian style!
A few days ago I had this great creative idea. I had some salmon left in the fridge that I used for my penne with vodka and I decided to make some “tartine“. In Italy “tartina” (singular; plural: “tartine”) is
Penne alla vodka e salmone will NOT get you drunk!
PENNE ALLA VODKA E SALMONE Sapete già che amo il pesce, il salmone e il sushi ecc ecc… ma oggi voglio insegnarvi a preparare un piatto molto speciale: penne con vodka e salmone affumicato. Ma gente, non preoccupatevi. Potete portarvi
Penne alla vodka e salmone will NOT get you drunk!
PENNE ALLA VODKA E SALMONE Sapete già che amo il pesce, il salmone e il sushi ecc ecc… ma oggi voglio insegnarvi a preparare un piatto molto speciale: penne con vodka e salmone affumicato. Ma gente, non preoccupatevi. Potete portarvi
Veal alla pizzaiola… No, it’s not pizza! Almost…
Veal alla pizzaiola (meat in pizza style) is a very easy recipe. I love the combination of meat with tomato sauce…. Fresh parsley and oregano can really make the difference. In the past I used the dry one and the
Veal alla pizzaiola… No, it’s not pizza! Almost…
Veal alla pizzaiola (meat in pizza style) is a very easy recipe. I love the combination of meat with tomato sauce…. Fresh parsley and oregano can really make the difference. In the past I used the dry one and the
If you love eggplants… you must try “pasta alla norma”!
If you love eggplants this pasta is for you! It’s very popular in Sicily where my friend Concita comes from. I’ve never been there but I hope to go there soon on vacation. The main ingredients of this recipe are
If you love eggplants… you must try “pasta alla norma”!
If you love eggplants this pasta is for you! It’s very popular in Sicily where my friend Concita comes from. I’ve never been there but I hope to go there soon on vacation. The main ingredients of this recipe are
My best spaghetti EVER!
It’s official. Last Sunday for dinner I had my best spaghetti ever! I was home all alone and I decided to treat myself with a simple plate of pasta and a glass of good red wine. Just so you know,
My best spaghetti EVER!
It’s official. Last Sunday for dinner I had my best spaghetti ever! I was home all alone and I decided to treat myself with a simple plate of pasta and a glass of good red wine. Just so you know,
The art of making cupcakes
Wow! Look at these cupcakes! I think that these small cakes are pure art! All these colors, the shape, the decoration… There are many places in Toronto where you can buy cupcakes but these two are my favorites just because
The art of making cupcakes
Wow! Look at these cupcakes! I think that these small cakes are pure art! All these colors, the shape, the decoration… There are many places in Toronto where you can buy cupcakes but these two are my favorites just because
Take a look at Obama cookies… Thank goodness we don’t have Berlusconi croissant!!
If you go to Ottawa, you have to stop at Moulin de Provence. That’s the name of this fantastic bakery that has become popular in February 2009 when Us president Barack Obama made a quick stop and bought some maple
Take a look at Obama cookies… Thank goodness we don’t have Berlusconi croissant!!
If you go to Ottawa, you have to stop at Moulin de Provence. That’s the name of this fantastic bakery that has become popular in February 2009 when Us president Barack Obama made a quick stop and bought some maple
My first beavertail / La mia prima “coda di castoro”
YUMMY!!! I tried the Beavertail for the very first time a few weeks ago in Ottawa. I didn’t even know that it existed since 1978! They are made fresh and right in front of you! A great and delicious Canadian
My first beavertail / La mia prima “coda di castoro”
YUMMY!!! I tried the Beavertail for the very first time a few weeks ago in Ottawa. I didn’t even know that it existed since 1978! They are made fresh and right in front of you! A great and delicious Canadian
Size 4? You are fat. Size 0? You are too thin. Size doesn’t define your health!
I love Jennifer Lopez. I love Beyoncé. I love Christina Aguilera. I love Ashley Judd. Recently, I read some articles about the size, the weight, the butt and the puffy face of these beautiful women. I’m sick and tired of
Size 4? You are fat. Size 0? You are too thin. Size doesn’t define your health!
I love Jennifer Lopez. I love Beyoncé. I love Christina Aguilera. I love Ashley Judd. Recently, I read some articles about the size, the weight, the butt and the puffy face of these beautiful women. I’m sick and tired of
8 inches of excellence/20 cm di bontà
Yes, I can do it. I can measure with a meter a veal with lemon, parsley and white wine to cut it into two exact pieces. Why? To avoid a typical case of domestic violence 😉 Come on, maybe you
8 inches of excellence/20 cm di bontà
Yes, I can do it. I can measure with a meter a veal with lemon, parsley and white wine to cut it into two exact pieces. Why? To avoid a typical case of domestic violence 😉 Come on, maybe you
Scaloppine al limone con prezzemolo e vino bianco / Veal scalopini with parsley, lemon and white wine
SCALOPPINE AL LIMONE CON PREZZEMOLO E VINO BIANCO Ingredienti per 2 persone 4 scaloppine succo di 1 limone farina q.b. sale pepe olio evo 100 ml di brodo 100 ml di vino bianco 40 gr di burro Preparazione Battete la
Scaloppine al limone con prezzemolo e vino bianco / Veal scalopini with parsley, lemon and white wine
SCALOPPINE AL LIMONE CON PREZZEMOLO E VINO BIANCO Ingredienti per 2 persone 4 scaloppine succo di 1 limone farina q.b. sale pepe olio evo 100 ml di brodo 100 ml di vino bianco 40 gr di burro Preparazione Battete la
Orecchiette and Somali lamb: my Easter in Toronto
The soundtrack for this post could be “I will survive” by Gloria Gaynor… because actually, I survived the Easter lunch!!! Like Christmas, in Italy Easter means food, food and… food. The Italian tradition includes lamb or goat and it varies
Orecchiette and Somali lamb: my Easter in Toronto
The soundtrack for this post could be “I will survive” by Gloria Gaynor… because actually, I survived the Easter lunch!!! Like Christmas, in Italy Easter means food, food and… food. The Italian tradition includes lamb or goat and it varies
A piece of Italy in “Law and Order: SVU” tonight new episode…
Just a thought before going to bed, and it has nothing to do with pasta… It’s Wednesday, 10.30 pm. I’m watching the season première of Law and Order” Special Victim Unit. This new episode called “Scorched Earth” is based on Dominique
A piece of Italy in “Law and Order: SVU” tonight new episode…
Just a thought before going to bed, and it has nothing to do with pasta… It’s Wednesday, 10.30 pm. I’m watching the season première of Law and Order” Special Victim Unit. This new episode called “Scorched Earth” is based on Dominique
“Dancing with… a skeleton called Eli”
This blog is about pasta. It’s about Italian food, health and nutrition. So tonight I really feel the need of talking about Elisabetta Canalis, the Italian ex girlfriend of George Clooney who is in the cast of Dancing with the
“Dancing with… a skeleton called Eli”
This blog is about pasta. It’s about Italian food, health and nutrition. So tonight I really feel the need of talking about Elisabetta Canalis, the Italian ex girlfriend of George Clooney who is in the cast of Dancing with the
Still alive… but just for you, my friends!
Hello everyone, how are you? Actually it’s been a while. Hope you are ok and you’ve spent a wonderful summer! I admit it, I’ve been a busy bee. That’s why my last post dates back to……… May…..
Still alive… but just for you, my friends!
Hello everyone, how are you? Actually it’s been a while. Hope you are ok and you’ve spent a wonderful summer! I admit it, I’ve been a busy bee. That’s why my last post dates back to……… May…..
Dukan diet? No thanks!
Ok guys, here I am. This time I’d like to write something about dieting. (awww…. I really hate this word..) I still have some extra pounds to lose. I’m having rough times in this period and I have a sweet
Dukan diet? No thanks!
Ok guys, here I am. This time I’d like to write something about dieting. (awww…. I really hate this word..) I still have some extra pounds to lose. I’m having rough times in this period and I have a sweet
The secrets for perfect homemade arancini
Last Sunday I decided to make arancini for the first time in my life. Just to let you know: this is not a light recipe. Arancini or arancine are fried rice balls coated with breadcrumbs. They are from Sicily, southern
The secrets for perfect homemade arancini
Last Sunday I decided to make arancini for the first time in my life. Just to let you know: this is not a light recipe. Arancini or arancine are fried rice balls coated with breadcrumbs. They are from Sicily, southern
The authentic lasagna alla bolognese
WARNING: this lasagna is NOT for people on diet. Ok. This is the recipe you were waiting for: lasagne! Yes, with the final “e“… This is the correct spelling. The Americanized spelling is with an “a” at the end. Lasagna has
The authentic lasagna alla bolognese
WARNING: this lasagna is NOT for people on diet. Ok. This is the recipe you were waiting for: lasagne! Yes, with the final “e“… This is the correct spelling. The Americanized spelling is with an “a” at the end. Lasagna has
Pasta ♥ Me La Simo in cucina 