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Chestnut Flour Tagliatelle with Sausage, Pumpkin, and Taleggio Fondue
From the Modenese Apennines, a recipe with chestnut flour as the star ingredient of a pasta with a unique and original flavor
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Chestnut Flour Tagliatelle with Sausage, Pumpkin, and Taleggio Fondue
From the Modenese Apennines, a recipe with chestnut flour as the star ingredient of a pasta with a unique and original flavor

Let's meet Barbara and Andrea Cesarini from Zocca
Passionate about cooking since childhood, they share with us the flavors and secrets of the culinary traditions of the Modenese Apennines

Torta delle Rose: history and secrets of a stunning dessert
Tall, fluffy and fragrant, a festive cake that stands out for its unique shape

Let’s get ready for World Vegetarian Day with a plant-based dish: chickpea polenta!
A rustic and versatile dish, perfect for those looking for a healthy, plant-based protein alternative

International Coffee Day 2025
History, curiosities, and everything you need to know about one of the world’s most beloved beverages

White wine cookies
Simple, aromatic, and irresistible, wine cookies take us back to the essence of tradition

Sixth International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste
On this occasion, discover tasty recipes and smart tips to give new life to your food

Waste-Free Bruschetta with Broccoli or Cauliflower Leaves
Make a delicious and imaginative appetizer from broccoli and cauliflower leaves that would otherwise be thrown away

Between tradition and the art of recovery: Gnudi
A typical dish of Tuscan tradition, gnudi tell the story of food reuse and a love for simple cooking

Bread balls
From rural tradition to sustainable cooking: bread balls turn leftovers into a burst of flavour

At the origins of pudding: Tiropatina
Milk, honey, and eggs for an ancient dessert, brought back today by our Cesarina Francesca

Salento Cookies: a taste of home and childhood memories
Light, crisp, and kissed with orange aroma, these cookies are made for sweet moments—shared or savored solo

Healthy and Tasty Snacks for Back to School
From fresh fruit to homemade bars: simple, kid-friendly snack ideas to keep children energized and happy at school

The Cotoletta Milanese: Lombardy’s Golden Classic
Learn to make this iconic Milanese dish with Cesarina Sissi’s authentic recipe

Fig Jam with Lemon and Rosemary
A refined recipe designed to elevate breakfast and create sophisticated gourmet pairings

Oven-Baked Stuffed Peaches
The peaches turn into delicate shells hiding a luscious chocolate and amaretti center

Sicilian Pistachio Granita: a refreshing summer dessert you’ll love
Bring a taste of Sicily to your kitchen with this refreshing dessert, a summer favorite across the island

Homemade Italian Tomato Sauce: capture the taste of summer in a jar
Just a few simple ingredients create a flavorful, authentic Italian pasta sauce that’s perfect for countless dishes

Fresh Capunti Pasta with Arugula and Sweet Cherry Tomatoes
Simple and fast to prepare, and just as delicious served cold as a summer pasta salad

Pici pasta with aglione sauce
An authentic and genuine Tuscan dish where handmade pici pasta meets the delicate aroma of Valdichiana’s aglione

Tuna Sauce: creamy summer freshness
Tasty and irresistible, let's find out how to make this staple of Italian cuisine

A dive into flavor with Gnocchi alla Sorrentina
A simple and irresistible recipe that tastes like Italian summer and tradition

Bari-style focaccia for a Ferragosto full of flavor
With cherry tomatoes, olive oil, and soft dough, Bari-style focaccia tells the story of Puglia bite after bite

A typical Vicentine cake with a… bold name!
Straight from the rural tradition, a zero-waste recipe made with stale bread

Spaghetti alla Nerano: the scent of summer on the Amalfi Coast becomes a dish
A simple first course that combines the delicacy of zucchini with the bold character of Provolone del Monaco
Sicilian Watermelon Pudding: A Taste of Italian Summer
An explosion of Mediterranean aromas—from jasmine to cinnamon—and a charming Sicilian language twist

Gattopardo rum jelly
A journey through aristocratic Sicily with a dessert that tells the story of the 19th century

Crispy on the outside, irresistible on the inside: the Sicilian Scacciata
From peasant traditions, the recipe of what is now one of the symbols of Sicilian street food.

Fricandò romagnolo
From garden to table: a flavorful and simple vegetable mix, similar to ratatouille, with all the colors of summer