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My name is Pina, and my passion is food and cooking in general. On the blog, I focus on regional dishes like those from my birthplace, Sicily. I also feature dishes from Lazio, the region that has hosted me for over 40 years, but in general, I cover all Italian regions. Traveling and exploring is my second passion, so I couldn't leave out dishes from around the "World" on my blog. My blog is divided into simple and essential sections like appetizers, first courses, main courses, side dishes, bread and leavened products, jams and preserves, wines and wineries, and of course, travels. Desserts are included, and finally, there is a dedicated corner for gluten-free options. Easy recipes, explained step by step and always updated.

  • Flatbread with Vegetables

    Flatbread with Vegetables

    Flatbread with fresh and seasonal vegetables, easy and quick to make when you have the…

  • Valentine’s Day Pasta

    Valentine’s Day Pasta

    Valentine’s Day Pasta for lovers’ celebration, no sweets but a fantastic red pasta with peppers,…

  • Stew with Potatoes and Tomato

    Stew with Potatoes and Tomato

    Stew with potatoes and tomato cooked slowly, exactly in the Slow Cooker for eight hours.…

  • Sautéed Chicory

    Sautéed Chicory

    Sautéed chicory with garlic, oil, and chili pepper, nothing better, actually very delicious, believe me.…

  • Spaghetti with Squid

    Spaghetti with Squid

    Spaghetti with squid, a fish available in the fish market all year round, although it…

  • Crispy Meatballs in Phyllo Dough

    Crispy Meatballs in Phyllo Dough

    Crispy meatballs in phyllo dough, a coating that hides a secret, well-seasoned meat that reminds…

  • Seven Jars Cake

    Seven Jars Cake

    Seven jars cake, so no scale is needed, we use the yogurt jar, let’s recycle…

  • Mini Tarts with Custard Cream

    Mini Tarts with Custard Cream

    Mini tarts with custard cream but without shortcrust pastry or puff pastry. Simply with an…

  • Scialatielli with Vegetables

    Scialatielli with Vegetables

    Scialatielli with oven-cooked vegetables and soft cheese. I used a young Asiago cheese which is…

  • Fried Mantis Shrimp

    Fried Mantis Shrimp

    Fried mantis shrimp, you might also cook pasta with them, but the treat is to…